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Bowl of glossy Shanghai-style scallion oil noodles tossed in soy sauce and sesame seeds, topped with green onions and served on a marble surface.

Scallion Oil Noodles (葱油拌面)

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Scallion Oil Noodles (葱油拌面) are a classic Shanghai noodle dish made with fresh scallions, soy sauce, and sizzling hot oil. This quick 15-minute recipe transforms simple ingredients into a deeply aromatic, savory, and comforting meal. Perfect for weeknights or lazy dinners, these Chinese scallion noodles are budget-friendly, vegan-friendly, and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 282

Ingredients
  

  • 2 bundles fresh wheat noodles or 6–7 oz dried thin noodles
  • 5–6 scallions finely chopped
  • 4 tbsp neutral oil peanut, canola, or grapeseed
  • 1 ½ tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
  • Optional ½ tsp oyster sauce
  • Optional garnish chili crisp or sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside with a drizzle of oil.
  2. Place finely chopped scallions in a large heatproof bowl.
  3. Heat 4 tbsp neutral oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Pour hot oil carefully over the scallions — you should hear a sizzle.
  5. Add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, salt, and optional oyster sauce. Stir to combine.
  6. Add cooked noodles to the scallion oil and toss evenly.
  7. Garnish with chili crisp or sesame seeds and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 1846mgPotassium: 131mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 299IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg

Notes

  • Oil temperature is key — shimmering but not smoking.
  • Add toppings like fried egg or tofu for a heartier version.
  • Best enjoyed immediately while hot and fragrant.

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