Here’s a simple Stir-Fried Noodles recipe 🍜—quick, tasty, and easy to customize.
Stir-Fried Noodles
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 8 oz noodles (lo mein, spaghetti, rice noodles, or ramen without seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or sesame)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
- 1 egg, lightly beaten (optional)
- ½ cup protein (chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu – optional)
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Cook noodles
- Boil noodles according to package directions.
- Drain and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.
- Stir-fry protein (if using)
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Cook protein until done. Remove and set aside.
- Cook aromatics & veggies
- Add remaining oil.
- Stir-fry garlic and ginger 30 seconds.
- Add vegetables and cook 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add egg (optional)
- Push veggies to the side, pour in egg, scramble quickly.
- Combine
- Add noodles and cooked protein.
- Pour in sauce.
- Toss everything together 2–3 minutes until hot and coated.
- Serve
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
Tips & Variations
- 🌶 Add chili oil or sriracha for heat
- 🍋 Add a squeeze of lime for brightness
- 🥬 Use lots of cabbage for a takeout-style noodle dish
- 🍜 For extra smoky flavor, cook on high heat and don’t overcrowd the pan
If you want, I can make this into a chicken lo mein, vegetable chow mein, or garlic soy noodles specifically.
