Shanghai Scallion Oil Noodles (Cong You Ban Mian)

AuthorSusan LeeCategory, , DifficultyIntermediate
Yields2 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time25 mins
 12 oz (340g) dried Chinese noodles or spaghetti
 1 cup thinly sliced scallions (green onions)
 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
 2 teaspoons sugar
 Salt to taste
 Optional: a pinch of ground white pepper
1

Cook the Noodles:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

2

Prepare the Scallion Oil:

In a skillet or saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add the scallions and slowly cook until they are lightly browned and crispy. Be careful not to burn them. This process should take about 10-15 minutes, as slow cooking will release the flavors into the oil.

3

Season the Oil:

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the light and dark soy sauces, sugar, and a pinch of salt (and white pepper if using) into the scallion oil. Mix well to combine.

4

Season the Oil:

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the light and dark soy sauces, sugar, and a pinch of salt (and white pepper if using) into the scallion oil. Mix well to combine.

5

Season the Oil:

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the light and dark soy sauces, sugar, and a pinch of salt (and white pepper if using) into the scallion oil. Mix well to combine.

Ingredients

 12 oz (340g) dried Chinese noodles or spaghetti
 1 cup thinly sliced scallions (green onions)
 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
 2 teaspoons sugar
 Salt to taste
 Optional: a pinch of ground white pepper

Directions

1

Cook the Noodles:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

2

Prepare the Scallion Oil:

In a skillet or saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add the scallions and slowly cook until they are lightly browned and crispy. Be careful not to burn them. This process should take about 10-15 minutes, as slow cooking will release the flavors into the oil.

3

Season the Oil:

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the light and dark soy sauces, sugar, and a pinch of salt (and white pepper if using) into the scallion oil. Mix well to combine.

4

Season the Oil:

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the light and dark soy sauces, sugar, and a pinch of salt (and white pepper if using) into the scallion oil. Mix well to combine.

5

Season the Oil:

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the light and dark soy sauces, sugar, and a pinch of salt (and white pepper if using) into the scallion oil. Mix well to combine.

Notes

Shanghai Scallion Oil Noodles (Cong You Ban Mian)
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