Butter-Soy Garlic Noodles

Ingredients

• 200 g Noodles (spaghetti, linguine, or ramen noodles)
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Water
• 2 stalks Scallions
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 2 tbsp of cooking water, then drain.

2. 2

   While the noodles cook, mince the garlic and slice the scallions (separate whites and greens).

3. 3

   In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and scallion whites and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in the soy sauce and water (and a splash of reserved noodle water if needed). Simmer for 1–2 minutes to form a glossy sauce.

5. 5

   Add the drained noodles to the skillet and toss until evenly coated. Cook 1–2 minutes to heat through and lightly thicken the sauce.

6. 6

   Turn off the heat, toss in scallion greens, and season with black pepper if using. Serve immediately.