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Quick Soy Sauce Pan Fried Noodles with Crispy Edges

A close-up shot of savory, glossy fried noodles mixed with shredded cabbage and carrots, topped with dark sauce.
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Make classic, savory pan fried noodles at home in under 15 minutes. This recipe delivers chewy noodles with slightly crispy edges and a rich soy sauce flavor, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz dried egg noodles or fresh noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts
  • 2 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • Pinch of white pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions until just tender (al dente). Drain them well and toss with 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cooked noodles in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottoms start to brown and crisp slightly. Toss and repeat this process until the noodles have some crispy edges. Remove the noodles from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions. Stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the cabbage and carrots to the skillet. Stir fry for 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender-crisp.
  5. Return the noodles to the skillet. Add the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper.
  6. Toss everything together quickly and vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce and heated through.
  7. Stir in the bean sprouts and the green parts of the green onions during the last 30 seconds of cooking.
  8. Serve the fried noodles immediately.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, skip any meat additions and use vegetable broth if needed for moisture.
  • To achieve the best crispy edges, do not overcrowd the pan; cook the noodles in batches if necessary.
  • You can add cooked protein like shredded chicken or shrimp during step 5.

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