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Cafeteria Noodles

Cafeteria Noodles

Cafeteria Noodles are a colorful and easy-to-make dish packed with protein and vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz wide egg noodles
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced any color
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 cup protein of choice chicken, tofu, or shrimp
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger root, grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic and ginger.
  2. Boil water in a large pot. Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and toss with a little vegetable oil.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil and sauté bell peppers and carrots until tender-crisp (about 5 minutes).
  4. Add your chosen protein and cook until fully cooked through.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger during the last minute of cooking.
  6. Return cooked noodles to the skillet, adding soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until well combined.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to personalize your Cafeteria Noodles by swapping in your favorite vegetables or proteins.

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