Spicy Rice Paper “Noodles”
These Spicy Rice Paper “Noodles” transform humble rice paper wrappers into chewy, slurpable “noodles” tossed in a fragrant, spicy-garlic sauce—no boil, no chop, no gluten! Ready in minutes and perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
For the Noodles:
- 8 sheets rice paper
- 2 –3 tablespoons avocado oil
- ½ tablespoon red chili flakes
- 1 small garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onion
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons warm water or chicken broth
- Pinch of salt to taste
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Dip 2–3 rice paper sheets in warm water, stack evenly, and let soften.
- Brush both sides with oil. Slice into 1-inch noodles. Place in cold water. Repeat.
- In a bowl, combine chili flakes, garlic, green onion, sesame seeds, sugar, and gochujang.
- Heat avocado oil until shimmering. Carefully pour over chili mixture.
- Stir in soy sauce, warm water or broth, and salt. Mix well.
- Drain noodles and toss in sauce until coated.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/spicy-rice-paper-noodles/
Notes
- Rice Paper Brands: Look for the thinner, Vietnamese-style wrappers for more tender “noodles.”
- Prevent Clumping: Keep the cut noodles in cold water until just before tossing; drain very well to avoid watering down the sauce.