
No, do not cover pasta noodles while they cook. Reserve about one cup of the pasta water (a secret ingredient in many Italian recipes). I find a 10-11 minute cook time is best for al dente spaghetti. Continue to stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook the spaghetti for 8-12 minutes until tender.
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That’s why the pasta package has the most accurate info on how to prepare spaghetti. The shape of pasta you use, type of pasta (wheat, rice, chickpea, etc.), and how you want to cook it determines the spaghetti cook time. For the best results, follow the directions on the pasta packaging. Toss gently, taste, and season with additional salt, if desired, and white pepper, to taste.How long do you cook spaghetti? You should boil pasta for 8-12 minutes, with spaghetti averaging 10-11 minutes. Spread the peas over the noodles and return the baking sheet to the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are still bright green and crisp-tender.ĭrizzle with the sesame oil and top with the remaining 1/3 cup (2 ounces) of kimchi. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, toss the sugar snap peas or snow peas with a little olive oil and season lightly with salt, tossing again to coat. Spread the noodles out evenly to cover the entire baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes, or until the top of the noodles looks crispy. Transfer the noodles to a large, rimmed baking sheet, add 2 cups (14 ounces) of kimchi, the scallions, soy sauce and olive oil, and toss until the noodles are coated in the kimchi and its juices. Drain well and pat dry to remove excess water. Soak just until the bundles loosen, 5 to 6 minutes. Place the noodle bundles in a large bowl and pour enough boiling water to cover them. Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees. This recipe is featured in the Plant Powered II newsletter. Not a fan of peas? Make this with asparagus, woody ends trimmed and snapped into 2-inch pieces. Substitutions: In place of instant noodles, you can use rice vermicelli. Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days reheat in a skillet over medium heat. Some kimchi contains shrimp paste or beef broth, so check labels if you are vegan or vegetarian. White pepper has a pronounced and distinct flavor profile from black, and is recommended for this recipe. The sugar snap peas are barely blushed with heat, ensuring they remain crisp and sweet, adding a pleasing crunch to the dish. Instant ramen noodles make this recipe easy, but for a gluten-free alternative, rice vermicelli would also work. Kimchi and instant ramen noodles are two comfort foods that, especially when combined, can become your midweek dinner saviors – a near-effortless answer to the dreaded question “What’s for dinner?” Tossed together and roasted at high heat, the noodles become crispy in parts, while the kimchi turns sticky and caramelized, imparting sweetness and even more intense flavors.

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