Cantonese Stir-Fried Chow Mein with Char Siu Pork

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

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Egg noodles stir-fried with sweet char siu pork, crisp vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce for a classic Cantonese noodle dish. This Chinese-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs fresh egg noodles, char siu pork, sliced into thin strips, bean sprouts for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 ounces fresh egg noodles
6 ounces char siu pork, sliced into thin strips
1 cup bean sprouts
3 scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 8 ounces fresh egg noodles and cook for 1-2 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until hot. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and stir-fry for 15 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 6 ounces sliced char siu pork and stir-fry for 1 minute until warmed through.
Step 4: Add the drained noodles to the wok along with 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper. Toss constantly for 2-3 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
Step 5: Stir in 1 cup bean sprouts and 3 chopped scallions, cook for 30 seconds more.
Step 6: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 teaspoon sesame oil over the noodles. Toss gently and serve immediately.