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Shanghai Fried Noodles — traditional dish from Shanghai, China
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥730kcal
💪36gProtein
🌾95gCarbs
🥑26gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🫘 Soy

Shanghai Fried Noodles

How to order / say it
Say it 上海炒面 — [shahng-high chow-mian]
Order I'd like an order of Shanghai Fried Noodles.
Locally 请给我一份上海炒面。
Say locally

Stir-fried noodles with pork and vegetables in soy sauce.

Why try it?

Shanghai Fried Noodles are a beloved staple, embodying the city's fast-paced lifestyle while reflecting its diverse, savory culinary tradition.

How it tastes

The noodles are chewy with a soy-infused umami flavor, accented by the crispness of vegetables and savory notes of marinated pork.

Origin & History — first documented: 1930

Developed in the 20th century as street food, these noodles became a go-to comfort meal due to their quick preparation and rich flavor.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 300 g egg noodles
  • 🥩 150 g pork loin
  • 🥣 60 ml soy sauce
  • 🥕 100 g bok choy
  • 🥕 50 g bean sprouts
  • 🧄 20 g spring onions
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🫒 30 ml oil

Method

  1. 1 Boil noodles until al dente and drain.
  2. 2 Stir-fry garlic, pork, and vegetables in oil until cooked.
  3. 3 Add noodles and soy sauce, stir to combine and serve.

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