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Shanghai Fried Noodles

Savory Shanghai Fried Noodles: Quick Homemade Happiness

Enjoy a delightful plate of Shanghai Fried Noodles, a quick recipe featuring thick noodles, tender pork, and colorful veggies, all enveloped in a savory umami sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 1 pound Pork tenderloin or loin for optimal flavor
  • 1 pound Chicken light option
  • 1 pound Beef flank steak thinly sliced
  • 1 block Firm tofu for vegetarian option
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Cabbage or bok choy/spinach
  • 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms or button mushrooms
  • 4 stalks Green onions minced
  • 1 cup Bell peppers any seasonal veggies
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Thick, chewy noodles cooked al dente
  • 8 ounces Gluten-free rice noodles substitute for gluten sensitivities
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Umami-rich sauce consider hoisin or chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large pan or wok
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Pork: Slice the pork into thin strips, mix with marinade, and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook the Noodles: Boil salted water and cook thick noodles for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse.
  3. Stir-Fry the Pork: Heat oil in a pan, add marinated pork, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Add Vegetables: Stir-fry cabbage, mushrooms, and green onions for 3-5 minutes until tender.
  5. Combine and Sauce: Add noodles to the pan with vegetables, drizzle sauce, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve: Plate the noodles hot, garnish with green onions, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe can easily adapt to include different proteins or seasonal vegetables to suit your taste.

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