Shanghai-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Soy and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

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Soft, chewy wheat noodles stir-fried with fragrant scallions and a savory soy sauce glaze for a simple yet satisfying Shanghainese noodle dish. This Chinese-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs Shanghai-style fresh wheat noodles, vegetable oil, scallions, sliced thinly 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 Shanghai-style fresh wheat noodles
3 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup scallions, sliced thinly
2 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp white pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 12 oz Shanghai-style fresh wheat noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still chewy. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then toss with 1 tsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 cup thinly sliced scallions and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
Step 3: Add the drained noodles to the wok and toss continuously for 2 minutes to warm through and combine with scallions.
Step 4: Pour in 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated in the glossy sauce and start to caramelize slightly on the edges.
Step 5: Season with 1/4 tsp white pepper and toss once more. Remove from heat and serve immediately as a flavorful noodle side or light main dish.