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Shanghai Fried Noodles

Savory Shanghai Fried Noodles You Can Easily Customize

Recreate the savory experience of Shanghai Fried Noodles with thick noodles, tender pork, and colorful veggies in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 12 oz Thick Noodles such as egg noodles
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Pork can be swapped for chicken, beef, or tofu
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Cabbage can substitute bok choy or spinach
  • 1 cup Mushrooms shiitake or button mushrooms are good options
  • 1 bunch Green Onions or use chives or shallots
For the Sauces
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce use low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce mushroom sauce for vegetarian option
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil a dash goes a long way
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil for stir-frying

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Shanghai Fried Noodles
  1. Begin by slicing the pork into thin strips, then marinate them in a bowl with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil, add the thick noodles and cook for 3-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add marinated pork strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until browned.
  4. In the same skillet, add chopped cabbage, mushrooms, and green onions; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  5. Add cooked noodles and any remaining marinade to the skillet, toss together for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Taste the noodles and adjust the seasoning with more soy sauce or sesame oil if desired, serve hot garnished with extra green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high heat while stir-frying and ensure not to overcrowd the pan for the best texture.

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