Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Kale and Chili Garlic

A quick and easy stir-fry of rice noodles with vibrant kale, aromatic garlic, and fiery chili peppers. Add tofu or shrimp for extra protein. This dish is a spicy and nutritious weeknight dinner.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

450 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

1 item

Cost

£3.63/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer•❄️ Winter

Meal Type:

Dinner

Cuisine:

Asian•Chinese

Main Ingredient:

Seafood•Rice

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy•Stir-Fry

Dietary:

Gluten-Free

Mood:

Healthy•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

8ozRice Noodles(Thin or medium width, dried)

£1.50

1bunchKale(Chopped, stems removed)

£1.20

4clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.30

2Red Chili Peppers(Finely chopped, or chili flakes to taste)

£0.70

3tablespoonsSoy Sauce(Low sodium)

£0.15

1tablespoonRice Vinegar

£0.10

1tablespoonSesame Oil

£0.25

2tablespoonsVegetable Oil

£0.05

1teaspoonMaple Syrup (or brown sugar)(Optional, for a touch of sweetness)

£0.10

1blockFirm Tofu (Optional)(Pressed and cubed)

£2.50

1lbShrimp (Optional)(Peeled and deveined)

£7.00

1tablespoonSesame Seeds(For garnish)

£0.15

2Green Onions(Chopped for garnish)

£0.50

Total Cost

£14.50

£3.63 per serving

Instructions

1.
Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
2.
If using tofu, press it to remove excess water. Cut into cubes.
3.
In a wok or large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. If using tofu or shrimp, add and stir-fry until golden brown/cooked through (about 5-7 minutes for tofu, 3-4 minutes for shrimp). Remove from the wok and set aside.
4.
Add sesame oil to the wok. Add minced garlic and chopped chili peppers and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
5.
Add chopped kale to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until it begins to wilt.
6.
Add the cooked rice noodles, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and maple syrup (if using) to the wok. Stir-fry until everything is well combined and heated through.
7.
Return the tofu or shrimp to the wok (if using) and stir to combine.
8.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (280g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

55g

21% of RDA

Fat

20g

29% of RDA

Protein

15g

30% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

7 g

8% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your desired level of spiciness.

For a vegan version, ensure your soy sauce is vegan-friendly.

If the noodles seem dry, add a splash of water or vegetable broth to the wok while stir-frying.

Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or bean sprouts to the stir-fry.

Cooking Equipment

Wok or large skillet

Wine Pairings

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