Description
Shanghai Fried Noodles is a savory and satisfying stir-fry dish featuring thick Shanghai-style noodles with tender pork or chicken, crisp napa cabbage, fresh carrots, and green onions, all coated in a flavorful blend of soy sauces and oyster sauce. This recipe is quick to prepare, offering an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine with a perfect balance of textures and umami-rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Shanghai-style thick noodles or udon noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 8 oz pork loin or chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 cups napa cabbage, sliced
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them with cold water to halt the cooking process, then set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil to create the stir-fry sauce.
- Heat Oil and Cook Meat: Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced pork or chicken and stir-fry for about 3–4 minutes until fully cooked and browned.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant to enhance the flavor base.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the sliced napa cabbage and julienned carrots to the wok and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until they start to soften but remain crisp.
- Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked noodles and green onions to the wok. Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients and toss well to coat the noodles evenly.
- Final Stir-fry: Continue stir-frying everything together for an additional 2–3 minutes until heated through and flavors are well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve the Shanghai fried noodles hot for an authentic and delicious meal.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute pork or chicken with firm tofu.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes or a splash of chili oil for extra heat.
- Use high heat throughout the stir-frying process to achieve the ideal texture and flavor.
