1-First, start by finely mincing or grating the garlic and chopping the green onions; set aside the whites for the sauce and the greens for garnish. This prep only takes a couple of minutes and sets the stage for that fresh flavor. Next, boil the noodles according to the package, but reduce the cooking time by 1 minute for that perfect al dente texture trust me, it makes a difference!

2-Now, in a small pot over medium-low heat, combine the garlic, neutral oil, Sichuan chili flakes, vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce. Stir it for about 3 minutes to let the flavors meld without burning keep an eye on it! Once it’s ready, turn off the heat and mix in the green onion whites, toasted sesame oil, and sesame seeds to preserve their freshness.

3-Then, add the cooked noodles back to the pot with the chili oil sauce and mix everything thoroughly to coat those noodles evenly. Finally, serve it up in a bowl and top with the reserved green onion greens for a pop of color and crunch.