Sweet and Sour Mushroom and Pepper Rice Noodles
Silky rice noodles with browned mushrooms, peppers and pak choi in a bright, tangy sweet and sour sauce.
Made with Sweet and sour sauce. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time25
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.10 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Soak or cook the rice noodles following the packet, usually 5 to 8 minutes, then drain and rinse. Toss with the sesame oil so they do not stick.
7 min - 2
Heat 1 tbsp of the vegetable oil in a wok over a high heat. Fry the mushrooms in a single layer for 5 minutes without stirring too often, until well browned. Tip on to a plate.
5 min - 3
Add the remaining oil and stir fry the pepper for 2 minutes, then the pak choi for 1 minute.
3 min - 4
Return the mushrooms with the tamari and your ready made sweet and sour sauce (see the base recipe). Bubble for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the noodles and toss gently for 1 to 2 minutes until coated and hot.
- 6
Divide between bowls, scatter over the spring onions and serve with lime wedges.
Tips
- Do not salt the mushrooms early. Let them brown first, then season.
- Rinse the noodles under cold water after draining. It stops them clumping into a block.
- Add tofu or edamame for extra protein.
Storing and freezing
Best eaten fresh. Keeps up to 2 days in the fridge, cooled within 1 hour. Reheat with a splash of water until steaming hot.
Questions
Which rice noodles should I buy?
Medium or flat rice noodles, often sold as pad Thai noodles. Thin vermicelli works too but needs only 3 to 4 minutes.
Is it vegan?
Yes. All ingredients are plant based. It is also gluten free, dairy free, egg free and nut free, but check the noodle label for traces.
Can I add other vegetables?
Yes. Carrot, mangetout, baby corn, beansprouts and courgette are all good. Add beansprouts at the very end.
More made with sweet and sour sauce
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.