Description
A simple yet incredibly aromatic dish made with noodles tossed in fragrant scallion-infused oil and a savory soy-based sauce, embodying the iconic flavors of Shanghai cuisine. This quick and easy recipe highlights the delicious combination of crispy scallions and silky noodles for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Noodles
- 200 g thin wheat noodles
Scallion Oil and Sauce
- 4–5 scallions, cut into segments
- 3 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable or peanut oil)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Boil the noodles following the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Make the Scallion Oil: Heat the oil in a pan over low heat. Add the scallion segments and fry gently, allowing them to become deeply fragrant and slightly crispy without burning.
- Remove Scallions: Once fragrant and crisped, remove the scallions from the oil and set them aside to use as a topping.
- Prepare the Sauce: To the fragrant scallion-infused oil remaining in the pan, add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar. Stir gently to combine and warm the sauce.
- Toss Noodles with Sauce: Add the cooked noodles back into the pan and toss thoroughly in the scallion soy sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve: Transfer the noodles to serving bowls and top with the crispy scallions. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use neutral oils such as vegetable or peanut oil to preserve the authentic flavor of the scallion oil.
- Keep the heat low while frying scallions to avoid burning and achieve a deep fragrance and slight crispiness.
- For a more substantial dish, add a fried egg or your choice of protein such as tofu or shredded chicken.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
