Rice Noodle Bowl Fix
The warm, rich flavors of the sesame oil really complete this simple dish. And rice noodles, while not really all that different from traditional pasta, is made purely from rice and rice product, so the texture is a little different. The variety of vegetables is really endless, but this simple approach with mushrooms, spinach and some garlic will really hit the spot.
Servings Prep Time
2people 10minutes
Cook Time
15minutes
Servings Prep Time
2people 10minutes
Cook Time
15minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Boil the rice noodles per package instructions. Drain, rinse, and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, lightly saute the garlic in 1 tsp. olive oil. Stir constantly to prevent burning. Add mushrooms to skillet, and stir until softened and coated with garlic.
  3. Add spinach and stir until it begins to wilt, but remains bright green.
  4. Stir in sesame oil to incorporate into mixture.
  5. Add rice pasta and stir in the mushrooms & spinach.
  6. Stir in the sesame seeds. Salt & pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately, or chill and serve as a light meal at lunch.
Recipe Notes

Rice noodles.  They are a great alternative to traditional pasta noodles.  Never seen them in your grocery store?  More and more, they are popping up on shelves as alternatives for many different types of diet needs.  And of course, it’s a great change up to what may be your go-to noodle for various dishes.

The sesame oil used here is also key.  That “umami” flavor is unmistakeable, and gives the dish the punch found in so many Asian dishes.  A little goes a long way, but can be adjusted to your personal taste.

And of course, I urge you to play with the veggies you could add.  Bell peppers, Asian basil, cilantro, bean sprouts–whatever you have on hand could be in your belly tonight!