Use my simple “formula” to learn how to make Chinese stir-fry noodles on your own, without following a recipe, so you can use whatever proteins, vegetables, and noodles you have on hand.
What kind of noodles are used in stir fry?
Various noodles can be used for a stir fry. I like to use thicker, longer noodles. In a pinch, you could also use spaghetti, Japanese udon noodles, or chow mein noodles. Shanghai egg noodles from my neighborhood Asian market’s refrigerator are my go-to noodles for stir-fries.
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Which Noodles to Use for Stir Fry
Let’s start with the recipe’s namesake: the noodles. We have options here.
Any type of thicker, longer noodles that can withstand repeated tossing in the pan are ideal for this recipe. To increase the nutritional benefits of the recipe, I also like to use whole grain alternatives whenever possible.
FAQ
What kind of noodles can you use for stir fry?
Look for Chinese egg noodles (lo mein-style noodles). Spaghetti, Linguine, or Fettuccine. YES, you can use spaghetti to make a stir-fried noodle dish. This is what we use 95% of the time.
Are stir fry noodles the same as lo mein noodles?
Although they are both Chinese in origin and made with egg noodles (along with a combination of vegetables and occasionally meat or seafood), the similarities between these two noodle dishes end there. Chow mein, or chāu-mèn, translates to stir-fried noodles. Lo mein, lāo miàn, means stirred noodles.
What are Chinese stir fried noodles called?
Chinese stir-fried noodles with vegetables and occasionally meat or tofu are known as chow mein (/ta men/ and /ta min/ in simplified Chinese and traditional Chinese, respectively).
What do you eat with stir fry noodles?
- Spring rolls. Many people consider spring rolls to be appetizers, or dim sum, that are common in Asian cuisine.
- Steamed dumplings. …
- Egg fried rice. …
- Sesame noodles. …
- Prawn toast. …
- Crusty bread. …
- Fried eggs. …
- Hot and sour soup.
