Garlic Sesame Rice Noodles with Steamed Vegetables

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sugar (or any other sweetener)
• 1 tbsp water
• 4 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, carrots, zucchini, snap peas)
• ¼ cup chopped green onions

Instructions

1. Cook rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. Chop the garlic and spring onions while the rice noodles are cooking.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. In the meantime, steam the mixed vegetables in a steamer basket or microwave-safe dish with a small amount of water until they are crisp-tender (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Add the soy sauce, sugar, water, and ground ginger to the saucepan. Cook the sauce for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Once the vegetables are cooked, combine the cooked rice noodles, steamed vegetables, and sauce in a large bowl. Toss well to coat the noodles and vegetables evenly with the sauce.
6. Sprinkle chopped green onions over the dish. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite vegetables or protein sources like tofu, chicken, or shrimp.