Scallion Oil Noodles in 5 minutes
Scallion Oil Noodles in 5 minutes is a easy Chinese recipe that serves 2. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by Genius Eats on YouTube.
Prep: 4 min | Cook: 12 min | Total: 21 min
Cost: $9.18 total, $4.59 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (light soy sauce)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce (adds color and depth)
- 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar (balances saltiness)
- 1 teaspoon Chinsu Hot Sauce (Chinese chili oil, adjust to heat preference)
- 4 stalks Scallions (Green Onions) (separate white parts from green tops)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (for frying scallions)
- 200 grams Wheat Noodles (thin Chinese egg noodles or any quick‑cook wheat noodle)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds (toasted, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl combine soy sauce, minced garlic, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and Chinsu hot sauce. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Time: PT2M
Separate and Slice Scallions
Trim the root ends, then separate the white parts from the green tops. Slice the white parts thinly; keep the green tops whole for garnish.
Time: PT2M
Fry White Parts of Scallions
Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium‑high heat. Add the sliced white scallion parts and stir‑fry for about 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: Medium‑high heat
Add Green Tops and Finish Frying
Add the green scallion tops to the wok and continue stir‑frying until they turn golden‑brown, about 1 minute.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: Medium‑high heat
Cook the Noodles
Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the wheat noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually 3–4 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: Boiling
Thicken the Sauce in the Wok
Pour the prepared sauce into the wok with the fried scallions. Stir‑cook for 2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the scallions.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: Medium heat
Combine Noodles and Sauce
Add the drained noodles to the wok. Toss quickly to ensure every strand is evenly coated with the scallion‑oil sauce.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: Medium heat
Plate and Garnish
Transfer the noodles to a serving bowl. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and any remaining green scallion tops on top for crunch and color.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 10g
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Fat
- 8g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Vegan
Allergens: Soy, Wheat (gluten), Sesame
Last updated: April 16, 2026








