Shanghai-Style Fried Noodles
Shanghai-Style Fried Noodles is a popular Chinese dish that features stir-fried noodles with a savory sauce and a mix of vegetables. It's a flavorful and satisfying meal that you can easily prepare for yourself.
Ingredients
- 100 grams noodles (such as egg noodles or udon noodles)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 small onion, sliced
- 1/2 carrot, julienned
- 1/2 cup cabbage, shredded
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced onion and julienned carrot to the pan. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add shredded cabbage and bean sprouts to the pan. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the cooked noodles to the other side.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour the sauce over the noodles and stir-fry everything together for 1-2 minutes until well combined and heated through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve the Shanghai-Style Fried Noodles hot as a delicious meal for one.
Note
- Feel free to adjust the vegetable quantities or add other vegetables according to your preference.
- You can also add some protein like diced chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a more substantial meal.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste. If you prefer a stronger flavor, you can increase the amount of soy sauce or add a dash of sesame oil.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people if needed.
- Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying Shanghai-Style Fried Noodles as a quick and delicious meal for one!