Quick 5-Minute Chinese Noodles

Quick 5-Minute Chinese Noodles 1/2 lb spaghetti ( regular or thin) 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped ( do not mince the garlic finely) 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ( or adjust to heat level) 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce ( or to taste) fresh ground black pepper (optional) 1 large green onion, finely chopped Cook the spaghetti in boiling water until al dente (it is best to slightly under cook) drain then rinse well under cold water, then drain again; transfer to a bowl, cover and refrigerate until cold. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add in the chopped garlic and chili flakes, cook stirring for 2 minutes. Add in the cold spaghetti and toss using long tongs until the pasta is hot. Pour the soy sauce over the hot pasta and continue tossing with tongs adding in more soy sauce if needed until you have the desired flavor that you want. Season with black pepper if desired. Transfer to a bowl then toss with chopped green onions.