Egg Fried Noodles
Chinese-style egg fried noodles — stir-fried noodles with eggs and vegetables. Quick weeknight dinner. The trick is highest heat and proper noodle prep.
Prep Time
21 min
Cook Time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
494 cal
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- Noodles200 g
- Eggs2
- Soy Sauce2 tbsp
- Garlic3 cloves
- Ginger1 tsp
- Sesame Oil1
- Spring Onion1
- Salt1 tsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 4 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Noodles200 g
- Eggs2
- Soy Sauce2 tbsp
- Garlic3 cloves
- Ginger1 tsp
- Sesame Oil1
- Spring Onion1
- Salt1 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Boil 8 oz egg noodles for 1 minute less than package time. Drain and toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wok over highest heat. Add 3 beaten eggs, stir for 30 seconds until soft curds form. Push to one side.
- 3
Add 2 cups mixed vegetables (cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, scallions). Stir-fry 3 minutes.
- 4
Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon grated ginger. Stir 30 seconds.
- 5
Add the noodles. Drizzle 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, ½ teaspoon white pepper around the rim. Toss 90 seconds.
- 6
Off heat, sprinkle with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Highest heat.
- 2.Soft scramble eggs first.
- 3.Toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
- 4.Sauce around rim.
🔬 Why It Works
Egg fried noodles succeed with high heat (wok hei flavor), proper noodle prep (slightly undercooked, oil-tossed), and quick assembly. The egg provides protein; the vegetables provide variety; the sauce ties everything together.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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