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Quick and Easy Soy Sauce Pan Fried Noodles

Close-up of savory, dark sauce coated fried noodles mixed with sliced carrots and topped with fresh green onions.
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Make savory, umami-rich soy sauce fried noodles fast. This recipe delivers satisfying Asian-inspired flavor perfect for a weeknight dinner in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh or dried noodles (egg or ramen style)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or napa cabbage
  • 1/2 cup sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions until just tender. Drain them well and set aside. If using fresh noodles, you may need to rinse them with cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet. Stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but still have some crunch.
  4. Add the cooked and drained noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together quickly.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the low sodium soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Pour this sauce mixture over the noodles and vegetables.
  6. Increase the heat to high and toss continuously for 1 to 2 minutes, making sure the noodles are evenly coated and slightly browned in spots. This step creates the desired crispy texture.
  7. Stir in the bean sprouts during the last 30 seconds of cooking.
  8. Remove the pan from the heat. Transfer the fried noodles to serving plates and garnish immediately with sliced green onions.

Notes

  • For a complete meal, you can add 1 cup of cooked, sliced chicken, pork, or cubed tofu when you add the vegetables.
  • If you want crispier noodles, let the noodles sit undisturbed in the hot pan for about one minute before tossing them again.
  • Use fresh noodles if you want the quickest cooking time for this 15 minute noodle meal.

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