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Quick Fried Noodles

Quick Fried Noodles ready in 10 minutes A flavorful and versatile dish with fresh noodles garlic bean sprouts and a perfect sauce Ideal for busy weeknights and gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 grams Fresh noodles Hong Kong-style, Shanghai, chow mein, or egg noodles
  • 2 tbsp Neutral oil vegetable, avocado, peanut, canola, grapeseed, sunflower, or corn oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 stalks Green onions sliced
  • 200 grams Bean sprouts
  • 3 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp White pepper or black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Wok or large pan
  • Colander
  • Bowl for the sauce
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, white pepper, and water. Mix well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Prepare the fresh noodles according to the package instructions. Blanch them in boiling water or use hot tap water to loosen them. Rinse under cold water and drain.
  3. Heat the neutral oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions. Stir until fragrant.
  4. Add the prepared noodles to the wok and mix them with the aromatics. Pour the sauce over the noodles and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the bean sprouts, the reserved green parts of the green onion, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Toss everything together and cook for another minute.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra umami kick, add a teaspoon of oyster sauce to the sauce mixture.
Customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat with a little oil to retain texture.
Consider using dried noodles if fresh ones are unavailable, cooking them as per package instructions.
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