Copycat P.F. Chang's Garlic Noodles Recipe

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From take-out to stay-in! These noodles stir fried to perfection with garlic, sesame oil, and chili flakes will be your new go-to, either on their own or with stir fried beef or chicken. Tastier and healthier when you make it yourself.

serves/makes:

ready in:

under 30 minutes

6 reviews
5 comments

ingredients

Stir Fry Sauce
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon chicken base powder
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons shaohsing wine or sherry
1 teaspoon oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Noodles
1 pound fresh Chinese noodle or vermicelli
1 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons chopped cilantro
1 Japanese or English cucumber
2 teaspoons canola oil
3 teaspoons minced garlic
3 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

directions

Combine the stir fry ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Cook the pasta as directed on the package. Rinse in cold water and drain well. Add the crushed red pepper and cilantro and set aside.

Slice the cucumber on the diagonal into 1/4-inch thick slices. Slice the slices into strips. Set aside.

Heat a wok over medium-high heat. Add the oil. When hot, add the garlic and quickly stir-fry for 15 seconds. Add the sugar and vinegar to the wok and continue to stir.

Add the noodles and stir fry sauce. Cook, stirring constantly, until the noodles are coated in the sauce and are heated through.

Divide the noodle mixture between individual serving plates. Garnish with the reserved cucumber strips and drizzle the noodles with sesame oil.

recipe tips

To prevent the noodles from sticking together, toss them with a little oil after draining and rinsing in cold water.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of hoisin sauce or soy sauce to the stir-fry sauce.

common recipe questions

What is shaohsing wine?

Shaohsing wine is a Chinese rice wine used for flavor in Asian cooking. You can substitute dry sherry if needed.

Can I use dried noodles instead of fresh?

You can use dried noodles if fresh Chinese noodles or vermicelli are not available. Follow the package instructions for cooking.

How long can I store the leftover noodles?

Leftover noodles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave.

Can I add protein to the noodles?

You can stir-fry beef, chicken, shrimp, or tofu separately and add it to the noodles.

What type of vinegar should I use?

White vinegar is recommended for this recipe, but you can also use rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar for a slightly different flavor.

tools needed

Wok: A must for perfect stir-frying those delicious garlic noodles. Provides an even heat distribution for cooking.

Bowl: For combining the stir-fry sauce ingredients before adding them to the wok. Make sure it's big enough to mix everything thoroughly.

Sharp Knife: For mincing the garlic.

Cutting Board: A sturdy surface for slicing the cucumber into strips.

Measuring Spoons: For accurately measuring out the various ingredients for the stir-fry sauce and ensuring the right balance of flavors.

Tongs or Chopsticks: For tossing and stirring the noodles in the wok, making sure they are evenly coated with the sauce and other ingredients.

what goes with it?

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry: Pair these garlicky noodles with a classic beef and broccoli stir-fry for a Chinese take-out night in. The flavors will complement each other perfectly, giving you that delicious restaurant experience without leaving your house.

Crispy Orange Chicken: Serve these noodles as a side dish to crispy orange chicken for a sweet and savory meal.

Vegetable Spring Rolls: Enjoy these noodles alongside some vegetable spring rolls. The crunchy texture of the spring rolls will provide a nice contrast to the soft noodles.

Spicy Peanut Sauce: Drizzle these noodles with a spicy peanut sauce for an extra kick of flavor. The creamy peanut sauce will enhance the garlic and chili flavors of the noodles.

Sesame Ginger Tofu: Pair these noodles with sesame ginger tofu. The earthy flavors of the tofu will complement the garlic noodles perfectly.

beverage pairings

Wine Pairings
Gewurztraminer: Its lychee and rose petal aromas will complement the garlic and chili flakes, while its slight sweetness balances the dish's heat.

Chardonnay: Go for an unoaked Chardonnay. Its crispness and minerality can cut through the richness of the sesame oil and enhance the umami from the oyster sauce.

Riesling: A slightly off-dry Riesling plays well with others, meaning it's great with just about any spicy dish. Its apple and stone fruit flavors, along with a kick of acidity, make it a refreshing counterpoint to the noodles' heat and complexity.

Other Alcohol Pairings
Sake: A nice Junmai sake, with its earthy and slightly sweet flavors, will be an ideal choice. It's smooth, complements the Asian flavors, and can handle the garlic and chili like a champ.

Asian Lager: A light, crisp beer from Asia (think Asahi or Tsingtao) is unassuming, cleanses the palate, and lets the noodles shine while standing up to the spicy and bold flavors.

Gin and Tonic: The juniper and citrus notes in the gin, paired with the bitterness of the tonic, provide a refreshing contrast to the richness of the dish.

Non-Alcoholic Pairings
Iced Green Tea: The slight bitterness and earthy flavors can stand up to the dish's oils and garlic, refreshing your palate between bites.

Sparkling Water with a Squeeze of Lime: Simple but sophisticated.

Ginger Ale: The sweet and spicy profile of ginger ale complements the noodles' heat.

nutrition data

931 calories, 7 grams fat, 194 grams carbohydrates, 22 grams protein per serving.

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reviews & comments

Guest Foodie REVIEW:
July 9, 2013

I followed the suggestions listed here in other reviews and was able to make this just like PF Chang's!
p3orion REVIEW:
February 10, 2013

Terrific dish, but this recipe is a mess, with missing steps and out of order ingredients.Here's my version, with it straightened out:1 lbChinese noodles or vermicelli2 Tbsoil1Â½ tspcrushed red pepper or chile garlic paste1 tspsesame oil3 tspminced garlic3 tspsugar2 Tbswhite or rice vinegar4 ozCantonese stir fry sauce (see recipe)2 Tbs chopped cilantroonecucumber, cut into thin stripsBoil noodles until just barely done. Rinse and cool. Toss with oil and red pepper. Set aside.Heat wok. Add sesame oil and garlic and stir fry briefly until fragrant (do not burn.)Add sugar, vinegar and stir fry sauce. As soon as the sauce is hot and begins to thicken, add noodles and cilantro and toss until heated through. Place on plate with cucmber strips on the side.
Cv March 13, 2012

When do you add the sauce?
dianac13 January 27, 2012

P.S. The fresh noodles taste better than using dried pasta. I'm lucky that I live in the Bay Area with access to lots of Asian grocery stores.
dianac13 REVIEW:
January 27, 2012

My bf LOVES PF Chang. After spending LOTS of $ on his birthday dinner, I decided to try my hand at making his fave, Mongolian Beef. I had liked the Garlic Noodles and found this recipe. I discovered at his house I had forgotten the chile pepper flakes, but found some chile garlic paste in his fridge (I must have left it there at some point). It came out really good, as did the Mongolian Beef. I decided to compare by buying from PFC and then making the same 2 dishes. My BF, who is VERY picky, said the recipes I made were better than the restaurant dishes. He said the noodles were a pale comparison to mine, which I attribute to the garlic chile paste. Now we can make the 2 dishes for less than 20 bucks, rather than spend 60 or more at the restaurant. Thanks!
Guest Foodie REVIEW:
April 23, 2011

Just made this recipe and the whole family liked it including kids. I saw recommendations of doubling the sauce ingredients and that might make it better.Will definitely make it again.
CaptNovogrod REVIEW:
January 22, 2009

This recipe is fantastic. It tastes just like PF Changs. That's not saying much, people put too much faith in the chinese food from a restaurant owned by a guy named Paul Flemming (that's the PF part.) But I digress, the stirfry sauce thing? You are supposed to STIRFRY the noodles with it. Who could've guessed. Cook the sauce first, you need to get it hot enough for the cornstarch to thicken the sauce. I always double the sauce, as it makes the noodles taste good. As far as the oils go? The first oil goes ON the noodles after boiling them. This makes them nonstick. The sesame oil goes IN the sauce (maybe that's why it's listed under the SAUCE part.) Please don't knock a recipe because you can't use common sense...
marshalee April 22, 2008

I made this recipe two times already. The first time I missed the chicken base in the recipe. It came out good. But I added more sesame oil, more garlic and more oyster sauce then what the recipe called for. I wasnt too sure when to add the stir fry sauce because it didnt say when to. I added it at the end. This time I added chicken base and adjusted the seasonings to my taste. Its very close to the recipe at pf changs. I eat there all the time. Its very good....Also I made with with fresh noodles cooked 3/4's done. Other wise I would think it would turn to mush..Will make again..:)
tracymtn October 22, 2007

Do you put both oils in the wok at the same time, or do you stir the sesame oil in with the vinegar and sugar. Also, the recipe calls for 4 ounces Cantonese stir fry sauce, but doesn't tell you when to put it into the wok. Please clarify this recipe's directions please. Thanks
veggielover August 29, 2007

Exactly! The Cantonese sauce needs to left out or changed. This recipe is listed as 'meatless' - however the sauce used has chicken base powder and oyster sauce (not listed as vegetarian- oyster sauce) in it. Therefore, it is not meatless!!!!
- CDKitchen Staff Reply:
  
  This is listed as meatless, NOT vegetarian, in that it doesn't contain a protein like chicken or beef, etc. If it was vegetarian it would be listed as such.
calebdgreen REVIEW:
December 28, 2006

Didn't turn out good at all. I used rice vermicelli and the noodles turned to mush. Probably need to use something other than rice noodles. The taste was not good either. Maybe if the cantaneese sauce was left out it would be better.
- CDKitchen Staff Reply:
  
  You should not use rice vermicelli in this recipe. Stick to the ingredient list as written and you'll have better results.

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