Shanghai-Style Scallion Noodles with Sesame Oil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

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Simple yet flavorful stir-fried wheat noodles tossed with fragrant scallions and nutty sesame oil, a staple comfort dish from Shanghai. This Chinese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs fresh Chinese wheat noodles, vegetable oil, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh Chinese wheat noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
6 large, sliced into 2-inch lengths scallions
1 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp ground white pepper
to taste salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 12 oz fresh Chinese wheat noodles. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just tender, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add 6 large scallions sliced into 2-inch lengths and stir-fry for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 4: Add the drained noodles to the wok, tossing gently to combine with the scallions.
Step 5: Drizzle 1 tbsp light soy sauce and 1 tbsp sesame oil over the noodles, sprinkle 1/4 tsp ground white pepper and salt to taste. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until noodles are heated through and coated evenly.
Step 6: Serve immediately as a light main or side dish.