Crispy Chili Garlic Udon Noodles with Jammy Eggs

🛒 Ingredients:

For the noodles:

• 🍜 2 packs fresh or frozen udon noodles
• 🧄 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 🧅 2 green onions, chopped
• 🌶️ 2 tbsp chili crisp (Lao Gan Ma or homemade)
• 🥄 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 🍶 1 tsp sesame oil
• 🥄 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 🌻 2 tbsp neutral oil (like canola or avocado)

For the jammy eggs:

• 🥚 2 large eggs
• 🧂 Water and salt (for boiling)
• 🧊 Ice bath (to stop cooking)

Optional toppings:

• 🧄 Fried garlic chips
• 🌿 Cilantro
• 🥜 Crushed peanuts or sesame seeds
• 🌶️ Extra chili oil for heat

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

Step 1: Make the jammy eggs

1. Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Gently lower in the eggs and boil for exactly 6 minutes.
3. Transfer immediately to an ice bath and let sit 5–10 minutes.
4. Peel carefully and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the udon noodles

1. Boil the noodles according to package instructions (usually 2–3 minutes).
2. Drain, rinse lightly with warm water, and set aside.

Step 3: Infuse the oil

1. Heat neutral oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
2. Add garlic slices and stir constantly until golden (1–2 mins). Remove and set aside for topping.
3. In the same pan, add chopped green onions, stir 30 seconds.
4. Add the cooked noodles and toss with soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and chili crisp.
5. Let noodles sit for 30 seconds untouched to crisp slightly, then toss again. Repeat once more for crispy caramelization.

Step 4: Assemble the dish

1. Divide noodles into two bowls.
2. Halve your jammy eggs and place on top.
3. Garnish with fried garlic chips, crushed peanuts, and extra chili oil.

🧠 Why It Works

This dish is the flavor trifecta: crispy, spicy, and umami-rich. Udon noodles hold sauce like champs. Chili crisp adds heat and texture. Jammy eggs = creamy protein bomb. The quick pan-sear gives everything a satisfying chew and a restaurant-level vibe.

Perfect for:

• 🥵 Spicy noodle lovers
• 📸 Instagram-worthy food shots
• 💤 Lazy weeknights with gourmet feels