Stir Fried Glass Noodles

Have you ever tried glass noodles? Made from just sweet potato starch, they're truly remarkable. This stir fried glass noodles recipe made with grilled chicken and veggies is a personal favorite. This dish is a veggie lovers dream because you can customize it with your preferred vegetables. I've even swapped chicken for steak, and the results were absolutely delicious. It's a quick, easy dish that's sure to please everyone, including the little ones – I guarantee it! It's excellent when cooked on a Blackstone grill, but you can achieve the same delicious results using a large stovetop skillet.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Sweet potato noodles are an underrated noodle choice. The sweet potato starch provides a unique and slightly sweet twist to your glass noodle stir fry. This versatile dish allows you to customize it fully, from choosing your preferred protein and your favorite veggies to stir fry. You'll be wondering where the sweet potato glass noodles have been your whole life!

Ingredients You Will Need

Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs: A protein option known for its quick cooking and versatility in dishes. It also offers a more tender and juicy texture than white breast meat.

Broccoli Slaw: A crisp and crunchy salad made from shredded broccoli stems and often includes shredded carrots and cabbage too.

Snow Peas: Adding a delightful crunch and slightly sweet flavor, this mild veggie pairs well with other flavors and textures in any stir fry.

Carrot Sticks: Similar to the snow peas, they add a satisfying crunch and a touch of natural sweetness with a vibrant color.

Red Bell Pepper: The cooking process enhances the natural sweetness and the heat softens the peppers yet they still maintain a pleasant crunch.

Green Onion: Also known as scallions, green onions impart a mild, onion-like flavor and a touch of freshness.

Sweet Potato Glass Noodles: Made from sweet potato starch, these noodles offer a chewy and translucent texture, adding a unique twist to dishes. They're also naturally gluten free.

Coconut Aminos: A gluten free and soy-free alternative to traditional soy sauce, coconut aminos bring a rich umami flavor and a subtle saltiness and sweetness to a dish.

Sesame Oil: Sesame oil's nutty aroma and rich, savory flavor enhance stir fries.

Garlic: Incorporating garlic adds a savory note that enhances the dish with its bold and aromatic flavor.Sesame Seeds: Sesame seeds provide a delightful crunch and a nutty, earthy flavor, adding texture to dishes.

Rice Vinegar: Rice vinegar imparts a tanginess to a dish while bringing out the overall brightness of the other flavors.

Ginger Root: Ginger root, when added to dishes like a stir-fry, imparts a zesty, warm flavor that elevates the overall taste with a hint of spiciness and a deep aroma.

Salt and Pepper: Salt enhances and balances flavors, while pepper adds a gentle heat, improving the overall flavor of a dish.

Instructions

Prepare glass noodles: Place glass noodles in a bowl and pour boiling water over being sure to cover with water. After 10 minutes, drain the water and set the glass noodles aside.

Season the chicken: Toss the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.

Mix the sauce: In a measuring cup, mix together coconut aminos, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger & sesame seeds, then set aside.

Prepare the grill: Heat the Blackstone grill and add all the ingredients, except for the glass noodles.

Cook the chicken and veggies: Cook everything on the grill until the chicken starts to get crispy on the outside and reaches 165°F on the inside. Mix everything on the grill.

Incorporate the glass noodles: Once the chicken is fully cooked, mix in the glass noodles.

Add the sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken, vegetables and glass noodles. Toss everything together, then let it cook together for a few minutes so the flavors can get incorporated.

Serve warm and enjoy!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Don't overlook glass noodle preparation: Soak them in hot water according to the directions to ensure pliability before incorporating them into your dish.

Gently handle glass noodles: Delicately toss all ingredients and sauce together to prevent breakage due to their delicate nature.

Start by cooking chicken separately: Ensure optimal texture and even doneness by cooking the chicken separately before incorporating it with the vegetables.

Recipe Variations

Diversify protein choices: Opt for your preferred protein, varying between chicken, steak, shrimp, or meat-free tofu for an additional protein boost.

Vary vegetable selection: Stir fries are great because you can use your favorite veggies. Consider incorporating options like broccoli, bok choy, green cabbage, mung bean sprouts, or water chestnuts for added variety.

Switch out coconut aminos: Substitute coconut aminos for regular or gluten free soy sauce for a similar flavor profile.

Blackstone grill or stovetop: This recipe is excellent when cooked on a Blackstone grill, but you can achieve the same delicious results using a large stovetop skillet.

Storage Tips

These stir fried glass noodles can be stored in the fridge for 4-5 days when placed in a sealed airtight glass container, and it's freezer-safe for up to 6 months.

FAQs About Stir Fried Glass Noodles

Are stir fried glass noodles healthy?

Glass noodles can be a healthy choice in place of traditional pasta, especially when paired with a variety of colorful vegetables and protein, providing a balanced and satisfying meal.

What are glass noodles made from?

Believe it or not, glass noodles are made from the starch of a sweet potato!

Can glass noodles be overcooked?

Similar ot other varieties of pasta, it is possible to overcook glass noodles, which would result in a mushy texture. It's recommended to follow the specific cooking time and instructions to ensure the desired chewy consistency.