With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a comforting and aromatic dish that’s perfect for any meal. The fried scallions and silky soy-based sauce make these noodles irresistible.
My Favorite Noodle Recipe
This is another quick noodle recipe I absolutely love. Just like Sesame Noodles, it’s incredibly versatile and can be customized to suit your taste.
You can add your favorite toppings like sautéed vegetables, shredded chicken, tofu, or even a drizzle of chili oil for some heat.
The simplicity of this dish makes it a great option for busy days, yet it’s packed with flavor thanks to the aromatic scallion oil and savory sauce.
Note: When frying the scallions, it’s essential to control the heat carefully. Use low heat and keep a close eye on them to avoid burning. Over-fried scallions can turn bitter and impact the flavor of the scallion oil. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking, and remove them from the oil as soon as they turn golden brown for the best results.
Why You‘ll Love This Recipe
- Simple ingredients: Most of these are already in your kitchen!
- Quick to make: From start to finish, it takes less than 30 minutes.
- Customizable: Add a soft-boiled egg, more sesame seeds, or even a side of veggies.
- Aromatic and delicious: The fried scallions and savory sauce will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- 100g green onions (scallions): divided into sections for frying and finely chopped for garnish
- 300g dried noodles
- 3 tbsp light soy sauce
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 egg (for soft-boiled egg)
- white sesame seeds: as needed
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp light soy sauce, 2 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tbsp sugar. Stir well and set aside.
2. Prep the Scallions
Wash the scallions thoroughly. Cut them into three sections, separating the white and green parts.
3. Make the Scallion Oil
- Heat 3 tbsp cooking oil in a pan. Add the scallion whites and fry over low heat until they start turning golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add the scallion greens to the pan and fry until they are deep golden brown. Remove the greens from the oil.
- The remaining oil is your scallion oil. Pour the prepared sauce into the scallion oil, stir quickly, and pour it into a bowl with the fried scallions. This is your sauce.
4. Cook the Noodles and Assemble
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook 300g dried noodles according to package instructions.
- While the noodles are cooking, prepare the soft-boiled egg: place the egg in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil, and cook for 3–5 minutes. Transfer to cold water, peel, and set aside.
- Drain the cooked noodles and transfer them to a serving bowl. Add the scallion sauce and toss the noodles until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fried scallions, fresh scallion slices, and white sesame seeds. Top with the soft-boiled egg.
Notes
- Adjust the cooking time for the soft-boiled egg to your liking. For a slightly runnier yolk, stick to 3 minutes; for a firmer yolk, cook for 5 minutes.
- Save any leftover scallion oil for future use—it’s fantastic for stir-fried dishes or drizzling over rice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use other types of noodles?
A: Yes! While dried noodles work perfectly here, you can use fresh noodles or even spaghetti as a substitute.
Q: How long does scallion oil last?
A: Scallion oil can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Q: Can I make this dish vegetarian?
A: Absolutely! Simply swap the oyster sauce for a vegetarian version or an additional tablespoon of light soy sauce.
Q: Can I add extra toppings?
A: Yes, feel free to add vegetables, chili oil, or protein like shredded chicken or tofu to make it heartier!
Easy Scallion Oil Noodles with Aromatic Sauce
Ingredients
- 100 g green onions scallions: divided into sections for frying and finely chopped for garnish
- 300 g dried noodles
- 3 tbsp light soy sauce
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 egg for soft-boiled egg
- white sesame seeds: as needed
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp light soy sauce, 2 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tbsp sugar. Stir well and set aside.
Prep the Scallions
- Wash the scallions thoroughly. Cut them into three sections, separating the white and green parts.
Make the Scallion Oil
- Heat 3 tbsp cooking oilin a pan. Add the scallion whites and fry over low heat until they start turning golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add the scallion greens to the pan and fry until they are deep golden brown. Remove the greens from the oil.
- The remaining oil is your scallion oil. Pour the prepared sauce into the scallion oil, stir quickly, and pour it into a bowl with the fried scallions. This is your sauce.
Cook the Noodles and Assemble
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook 300g dried noodlesaccording to package instructions.
- While the noodles are cooking, prepare the soft-boiled egg: place the egg in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil, and cook for 3–5 minutes. Transfer to cold water, peel, and set aside.
- Drain the cooked noodles and transfer them to a serving bowl. Add the scallion sauce and toss the noodles until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fried scallions, fresh scallion slices, and white sesame seeds. Top with the soft-boiled egg.