Description
One-Pot Teriyaki Noodles is a quick and easy stir-fry inspired dish that combines shredded cabbage, carrots, and spaghetti cooked together in a flavorful homemade teriyaki sauce. This recipe uses simple pantry staples for a savory-sweet meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1/2 green cabbage, shredded
- 2 carrots, shredded
Sauce
- 2/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Pasta and Others
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 16 oz spaghetti (1 pound box)
- 3 1/2 cups water (plus additional 1/2 cup if needed)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat, then add olive oil. Add shredded cabbage and shredded carrots to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they soften and become tender.
- Add the sauce ingredients: Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, ground mustard, ground ginger, and garlic powder. Mix well so that the vegetables are coated evenly with the teriyaki flavor base.
- Cook the noodles: Add the spaghetti and 3 1/2 cups of water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Cook uncovered for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. If the noodles are not yet tender or the sauce is too thin, add an extra 1/2 cup of water and continue to cook until the noodles are tender and the sauce has thickened to desired consistency.
- Finish and serve: Remove the pot from the heat and toss in the sesame seeds. Serve the noodles immediately, garnished with additional sesame seeds and optional chopped green onions for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- You can substitute spaghetti with other long pasta like linguine or fettuccine.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce and pasta.
- Add protein such as cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp to make the dish more filling.
- Adjust the brown sugar according to sweetness preference.
- Stir frequently when cooking noodles to prevent them from sticking together.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
