Get vegetables into kids via OODLES OF NOODLES. This simple recipe requires just 7 ingredients + 10 minutes of cooking! So simple. So delicious. And so much healthier than store-bought 2 minute noodles!
This oodles of noodles recipe sneaks tonnes of vegetables into kids! The veggies are grated so they stick to the sauce soaked noodles and are slurped down even by the fussiest of eaters! This really is the best noodle recipe for kids!
This noodles recipe makes 3 portions of grated vegetables. Here’s how. Simply grate the vegetables, divide into 3 portions and store 2 portions of grated vegetables in freezer safe bags in the deep freeze for another day. You’ll feel so great knowing an easy [and healthy] dinner [or lunch] is only minutes away, especially during the busy week!
Oh and leftover noodles are perfect for your lunch box! With a set of chopsticks – your little one will be tucking into a scrumptious lunch full of goodness in no time!
You’re going to love this recipe. It requires just 7 ingredients and 10 minutes of cooking! These noodles are so simple. So delicious. And so much healthier than noodles from the packet!
To make your own oodles of noodles follow these simple steps…
Begin by assembling your food processor with the grating attachment and with the motor running grate the carrots, zucchini, brussel sprouts and cabbage.
Divide the mixture into three. Place two portions into freezer safe bags/containers and stash in the deep freeze for a later date.
Heat a little vegetable oil in a large fry pan over high heat, add remaining grated vegetables and continually stir for 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables have softened.
Add the noodles and stir fry sauce and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
Pour the stir fried noodles and vegetables into a large family style serving dish, top with spring onions, sesame seeds and fresh coriander. Leftovers are great for the lunch box too!
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oodles of noodles
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: Serves 4
Description
Get vegetables into kids via OODLES OF NOODLES. This simple recipe requires just 7 ingredients + 10 minutes of cooking! So simple. So delicious. And so much healthier than store-bought 2 minute noodles!
Ingredients
Oodles of noodles:
- 2 carrots
- 2 zucchini
- 300 grams brussel sprouts
- half a purple cabbage
- 440 grams hokkien noodles, prepared according to packet instructions
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) store-bought stir fry sauce (we used teriyaki but char siu is beautiful too)
To serve:
- 2 spring onions, finely sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- small handful of fresh coriander, leaves picked (optional)
Instructions
- Assemble food processor with the grating attachment and with the motor running grate the carrots, zucchini, brussel sprouts and cabbage.
- Divide the grated vegetables into three portions. Place two portions of grated vegetables into freezer safe bags/containers and stash in the deep freeze for a later date.
- Heat a little vegetable oil in a large fry pan over high heat, add remaining grated vegetables and continually stir for 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables have softened.
- Add the noodles and stir fry sauce and stir to combine.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
- Pour the stir fried noodles and vegetables into a large family style serving dish, top with spring onions, sesame seeds and fresh coriander. Enjoy x
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
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Hi Kayla, I looooove the look of this recipe but there is so much sugar in packaged stir-fry sauces! Do you have any recipes for homemade sauces so that we can control how much sugar our little ones get? Many thanks!
Hi Emma! I’m onto it lovely! Thanks for commenting! Hope to have a recipe up soon! X
Looking forward to it-the bought ones are so full of sugar and salt!!!