17 Asian-Style Noodle Bowls to Warm You Up

This is a good recipe to start with if you're just getting into noodle bowls. "It's a very tasty soup," says reviewer Lew. "If you'd like a more 'authentic' Vietnamese pho flavour add a 1/2-inch piece of cinnamon stick and 1 star anise (hard - starfish shaped - found in Asian stores) and take them out after soup is done."

Reviewer Bes says, "Great recipe. Did mine with chicken. If you really are into authenticity, do not leave out the tamarind and substitute fish sauce for soy sauce. Leave out the white vinegar (what's that all about?), instead put 2 TBS lime. Instead of Paprika use 1 TSP (TEASPOON) chili powder (make sure you read TEASPOON correctly or else it will become EXTRA spicy). Definitely substitute PEANUT OIL (or canola) for the vegetable oil. Make sure the peanuts are unsalted, dry roasted. Chop the peanuts instead of grinding. For the tamarind, use tamarind concentrate, about 2 TBS mixed with 1/4 cup water (making tamarind juice)." Wow, thanks for the tips, Bes!

Apparently, this is a dish party people in Thailand crave after a night on the town. Good to know. Reviewers loved the flavor but some found it a bit too salty or hot for their tastes. Adjust accordingly.

Kayla Mod says, "Honestly, one of the best recipes I have found so far! Really easy and fast to make, still have left over ingredients so I will definitely be making this again."

"Being Korean, my mom use to make this all the time for us....family and friends," says reviewer windyjo. "Sometimes she would add beef or chicken...but it's great with or without. I made it the way you have it written, and it came out delicious!"

"I absolutely love this recipe!" says reviewer Megan Partida. "It is so delicious! I've tried a few things with this one though. Sometimes I marinate the meat before hand. I've used everything from chicken to pork to beef to shrimp and added whatever veggies i had on hand such as carrots cabbage celery broccoli whatever we had. Results always came out good!"

"A co-worker of mine made pancit for us a few weeks ago," says reviewer Stephanie. "It was the first time I had tried it and I fell in love. When I found this recipe I had to try making it my own. What an easy recipe to follow with yummy results! I also added carrots and snow peas. Thanks for the recipe!"

Reviewer Sugar Eve says, "I will NEVER purchase beef lo mien from any restaurant ever again. This recipe is delicious."

"The sweet and spicy medley in my mouth harmoniously played to the same tune throughout the whole meal," says reviewer Bart Jasiewicz.

Udon noodles make a hearty and comforting base for this bowl. Recipe creator Chrissy Gaynor describes this recipe as "A delicious combination of Asian flavors infused in lean meat, vegetables, and Japanese noodles. So comforting, you won't even know this was low-fat!"

"This was surprisingly good and really is 'superfast,'" says reviewer lutzflcat. "The fresh lime really brightens the flavor, and the garlic chile paste and sesame oil reinforces the Asian theme."

Recipe submitter thedailygourmet says, "I love Thai curry, and I love noodle bowls, and this is a blend of the two. It may not be authentic but it hits the spot."

"Tasty and easy," says reviewer Linda T. "I didn't have fish sauce so I used a splash of soy sauce and I added some shredded carrots."

"Delicious, nutritious vegetarian noodle bowl. Lots of color and flavor," says recipe creator MICHELLE0011. "You can find the green soybeans in the freezer department of your grocery store."

Reviewer Love to Cook says, "Okay I LOVE thai food and I was very skeptical about this dish especially with the word 'authentic' but I must say this is beyond DELICIOUS! I followed the recipe exactly and this is a WINNER!"

You'll toss instant ramen with shrimp, bell pepper, carrot, celery, some peanuts, and your favorite zesty vinaigrette or Asian-style salad dressing. This recipe is FANTASTIC!" raves Sally Ann Ball. "Daughter is a Pescatarian, so I'm always looking for a Seafood based recipe that goes beyond the basics."

This dish has it all. It's quick and easy to make and features loads of veggies, along with chicken and noodles, all tossed in a simple sauce made with brown sugar, soy sauce, and ginger. Dinner's on the table in about 40 minutes.