5 Calorie Noodles?!
5 Calorie Noodles?! is a easy Japanese recipe that serves 2. 40 calories per serving. Recipe by pattyplates on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: 8 min | Total: 18 min
Cost: $4.57 total, $2.28 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 packs Shirataki Noodles (5 calories per serving, rinsed and drained)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (prefer low‑sodium, pepper‑infused if available)
- 1 teaspoon Black Vinegar (Chinese black rice vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon Honey (adds slight sweetness, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil for flavor)
- 0.5 teaspoon Togarashi (Japanese chili pepper blend, for garnish)
- 4 cups Water (for boiling noodles)
Instructions
Rinse Shirataki Noodles
Place the noodles in a colander and rinse under cold running water for about 30 seconds, then drain well.
Time: PT1M
Boil Water
Add 4 cups of water to the pot, cover, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
Time: PT5M
Cook Shirataki Noodles
Add the rinsed noodles to the boiling water, cook for 2–3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Time: PT3M
Make Garlic Soy Sauce
In a mixing bowl combine the minced garlic, soy sauce, black vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Stir until the honey fully dissolves.
Time: PT2M
Combine Noodles and Sauce
Add the cooked noodles to the bowl with the sauce and toss until the noodles are evenly coated.
Time: PT1M
Garnish with Togarashi
Sprinkle togarashi over the top and serve immediately.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 40
- Protein
- 1 g
- Carbohydrates
- 5 g
- Fat
- 2 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Low‑calorie, Gluten‑free (if using gluten‑free soy sauce), Vegetarian
Allergens: Soy, Sesame, Honey
Last updated: April 21, 2026






