Stir Fried Soy Noodles

Stir fried noodles in a skillet with soy sauce and scallions.

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Quick, savory garlic soy noodles with scallions, ready in under 30 minutes. Tossed with a glossy sauce, crisp scallions, and optional fried egg for a fast, satisfying meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time12

Total Time22

Course: Appetizer, dinner, lunch

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Keyword: noodles, soy noodles, stir-fried

Servings: servings

Author: Pat Nyswonger

Ingredients

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
½ teaspoon fish sauce
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper

For the Noodles:

8 ounces stir fry egg noodles or use yakisoba or ramen noodles
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 scallions white and green parts separated and cut in 2-inch sections
4 garlic cloves finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
9 ounces bean sprouts
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
toasted sesame seeds optional
4 large eggs optional (see Notes)

Instructions

For the Sauce:

In a small dish, whisk together the oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, dark and light soy sauce, fish sauce, and the white pepper. Set aside.

For the Noodles:

Cook the noodle according to package instructions just until tender. Rinse under cold water and drain well. Set aside.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Once hot, add the white parts of the scallions and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the ginger and garlic and stir constantly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Pour in the sauce and cook, stirring often, until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the drained noodles to the skillet, tossing well to coat, cook for 2 minutes. Taste and add 1–2 tablespoons of water if you prefer a less bold flavor.
Add the bean sprouts and the green parts of the scallions and cook just until the scallions are wilted, about 1 or 2 minutes.
To Serve, divide equal portions in four serving bowls and garnish each serving with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and finely sliced scallions. Optional: Top each serving with a fried egg. (see Notes)

Notes

Noodles: Fresh or dried noodles both work. Just cook according to package instructions until just tender, then rinse and drain well.

Fried egg option: For a soft-set, steam-fried egg, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add a bit of butter and crack in the eggs. Once the whites start to set, add 1 tablespoon of water per egg, cover with a lid, and steam until the yolks are done to your liking.

Make-ahead tips: You can prep the sauce and chop the garlic, ginger, and scallions ahead of time. Noodles can also be cooked in advance. Just toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.

Substitutions: No fish sauce? You can leave it out or add a splash of rice vinegar for brightness. No oyster sauce? Hoisin makes an okay substitute, but the flavor will be sweeter.

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