Spicy Indian-Style Noodles

✨ “Where Indo-Chinese meets Indian masalas — a fiery, crunchy, saucy noodle dish that’s pure street-food magic!” ✨

Spicy Indian-Style Noodles are the prefect blend of Indo-Chinese Street food and bold Indian masalas. Loaded with crunchy vegetables, tossed in soy, tomato and vinegar and spiced up with samabr powder and pav bhaji masala, these noodles are fiery, tangy, and absolutely irresistible. Quick to make and packed with flavors, it’s a favorite comfort food for kids and adults alike -perfect for weeknight dinners or when those desi street food cravings strike!

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🛒 Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

• Noodles – 2 to 3 cakes (as per pack instructions)
• Onion – 2 (sliced)
• Carrot – 1 (julienned)
• Capsicum – 1 (sliced)
• Cabbage – 1 cup (grated)
• Beans – 10 to 15 (sliced thin)
• Green chili – 2 (slit)
• Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
• Oil – 4 tbsp
• Water – as needed to cook noodles

Sauces:

• Tomato sauce – 2 tbsp
• Soy sauce – 2 tbsp
• Vinegar – 1 tbsp

Masala Mix:

• Sambar powder – 2 tbsp
• Garam masala – 1 tsp
• Pav bhaji masala – 1 tsp
• Chaat masala – ¼ tsp
• Crushed black pepper – 1 tsp
• Salt – to taste
• Hing – a pinch

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Noodles

• Boil water as per noodle packet instructions.
• Add 1 tsp oil to prevent sticking.
• Add noodle cakes and cook for 5–7 minutes (follow pack time).
• Drain completely and set aside.

Step 2: Stir-Fry Veggies

• Heat oil in a wide pan.
• Add slit green chilies and onions, saute briefly.
• Add ginger garlic paste, fry until raw smell disappears.
• Add carrots, beans, capsicum, and cabbage.
• Stir-fry on high flame for 2–3 minutes (retain crunch).

Step 3: Spice & Sauce Mix

• Add sambar powder, garam masala, pav bhaji masala, chaat masala, crushed black pepper, salt, and hing.
• Mix well with the veggies.
• Add tomato sauce, soy sauce, and vinegar.
• Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes.

Step 4: Toss Noodles

• Add boiled noodles to the veggie-masala mix.
• Toss quickly with two ladles/tongs for even mixing.
• Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes on high heat.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with a drizzle of chili sauce for extra spice
• Pair with Manchurian or Gobi 65 for a full street-food style meal

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💡 Tips

• Always stir-fry on high flame to retain crunch in veggies
• Do not overcook noodles — they should be firm.
• Adjust chili, pepper, and masala powders to suit your spice level
• For extra flavor, add a splash of schezwan sauce

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🧊 Storage

• Best eaten hot and fresh
• Can be stored in fridge for 1 day
• Reheat in a hot wok with a drizzle of oil before serving

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🔄 Variations

• Paneer Noodles: Toss in cubes of fried paneer
• Schezwan Noodles: Replace tomato sauce with schezwan chutney for fiery flavor

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🌿 Health Benefits

Vegetables (Carrot, Beans, Cabbage, Capsicum)

• High in dietary fiber — supports digestion
• Rich in vitamins A, C, and antioxidants
• Low in calories, keeps meals light yet filling

Noodles

• Instant source of energy (carbs for fuel)
• When paired with veggies, becomes a balanced one-pot meal

Spices & Sauces

• Sambar powder & garam masala — aid digestion and add warmth
• Black pepper — boosts metabolism and immunity
• Soy sauce & vinegar — bring a tangy, umami punch

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✨ “Desi tadka meets street-style noodles — spicy, saucy, and soul-satisfying!” ✨

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