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Shanghai Fried Noodles

Quick and Flavorful Shanghai Fried Noodles in 30 Minutes

This Quick and Easy Shanghai Fried Noodles recipe combines pantry staples into a delicious meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 12 oz Thick Noodles egg noodles or Shanghai-style wheat noodles
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Pork can substitute with chicken, beef, or tofu
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Cabbage or bok choy or spinach
  • 1 cup Mushrooms shiitake or button mushrooms
  • 4 stalks Green Onions or chives or shallots
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce or mushroom sauce for vegetarian option
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil use sparingly

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Shanghai Fried Noodles
  1. Slice the pork into thin strips and marinate in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil for 15 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the thick noodles for 3-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and stir-fry the marinated pork until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add cabbage, mushrooms, and green onions to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but crisp.
  5. Add the drained noodles to the skillet with any remaining marinade. Toss for 2-3 minutes until well-coated and heated through.
  6. Adjust seasoning to taste with additional soy sauce or sesame oil, and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best texture, always cook the noodles al dente. Stir-fry on medium-high heat for 'wok hei' flavor.

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