How to Make Stir-Fried Shanghai Noodles - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shanghai noodles have become a staple in Chinese cuisine, known for their chewy texture and ability to absorb flavors. Stir-frying these noodles is a quick and easy way to create a delicious and satisfying meal that can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

With its origins in Shanghai, these noodles are typically made with wheat flour, giving them a slightly thicker and chewier texture compared to other types of Chinese noodles. They are often used in stir-fry dishes to soak up t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package fresh Chinese egg noodles
  • 1 (8 ounce) package bean sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 chicken breast half, cut into matchstick-sized strips (Optional)
  • 2 stalks celery, cut into matchsticks
  • 3 green onions, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon XO sauce (Optional)
  • 4 ounces oyster mushrooms, cut into matchsticks
  • 3 tablespoons mushroom-infused soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted chicken stock

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook noodles in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until noodles just start to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add bean sprouts and cook, uncovered, until stems start to become translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in the ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat until starting to smoke. Add chicken, celery, green onions, garlic, and XO sauce. Stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until slightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cooked noodles, cooked bean sprouts, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Add chicken stock; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 2 to 3 minutes. more.
  • Nutrition

    432 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 1032mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 373mg