Main Course · Asian-inspired

15-Minute Garlic Butter Noodles

Name: 15-Minute Garlic Butter Noodles
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients: 200g spaghetti or thin egg noodles; 4 tbsp salted butter; 6 cloves garlic, finely minced; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp chili crisp (optional but recommended); Chopped scallions and sesame seeds, to garnish

The fastest, most satisfying weeknight noodles. Five ingredients, one pan, zero excuses.

Prep: 5m
Cook: 10m
Total: 15m
Yield: 2 servings

Instructions

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
2
While the noodles cook, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant — do not let it brown.
3
Add the soy sauce and chili crisp to the skillet and swirl to combine.
4
Add the drained noodles to the skillet along with a splash of pasta water. Toss for 1-2 minutes until everything is glossy and coated.
5
Top with scallions and sesame seeds. Eat immediately, ideally standing at the stove.

Notes

I make these noodles when I have approximately zero patience and approximately one appetite. The chili crisp is the move — don’t skip it if you can help it.

Published Jun 17, 2026