Shanghai-Style Scallion Oil Noodles with Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

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Simple yet flavorful noodles tossed in fragrant scallion oil and toasted sesame seeds, a classic Shanghainese comfort dish. This Chinese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs fresh Chinese egg noodles, scallions, thinly sliced, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh Chinese egg noodles
4 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 12 oz fresh Chinese egg noodles for 3-4 minutes until just tender but still firm; drain and set aside.
Step 2: In a small saucepan, heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Step 3: Add 4 stalks thinly sliced scallions to the hot oil and fry gently for 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly crispy but not burnt.
Step 4: Pour the hot scallion oil over the drained noodles, then add 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1/2 tsp salt; toss thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly.
Step 5: Serve immediately while warm for a fragrant, savory noodle dish.