Description
This One-Pot Teriyaki Noodles recipe combines tender sautéed cabbage and carrots with a flavorful homemade teriyaki sauce, all cooked alongside spaghetti in a single pot for easy cleanup. Perfect for a quick, comforting meal with an Asian-inspired twist, this dish balances sweet and savory flavors with a hint of ginger and garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1/2 green cabbage, shredded
- 2 carrots, shredded
Teriyaki 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
Other Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, shredded cabbage, and shredded carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients: Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, ground mustard, ground ginger, and garlic powder into the pot with the vegetables. Mix thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
- Cook Noodles: Add the spaghetti noodles 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 avoid noodles sticking. If the noodles absorb too much liquid before becoming tender and the sauce hasn’t thickened, add an extra 1/2 cup of water as needed.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the pot from heat once the noodles are tender and the sauce has thickened to a glossy consistency. Toss in the sesame seeds and mix well. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
- You can add cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp for extra protein.
- Adjust the brown sugar quantity if you prefer a less sweet sauce.
- Stir occasionally while cooking noodles to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Sesame seeds can be toasted beforehand for a nuttier flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
