Savor the Flavor: Authentic Hokkien Noodles Recipe
Hokkien noodles are chewy, savory, and packed with umami flavor—this easy dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 14 oz 400 g fresh Hokkien noodles (or thick egg noodles)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ lb 225 g pork belly or chicken, thinly sliced
- ½ lb 225 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Chinese cabbage or bok choy chopped
- ½ cup bean sprouts
- ¼ cup dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ cup chicken broth or water
- White pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse and loosen the Hokkien noodles under warm water. Drain and set aside.
- In a wok or large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add sliced pork (or chicken) and cook until browned. Add shrimp and stir-fry until pink.
- Toss in the cabbage and bean sprouts; cook for 2 minutes until slightly wilted.
- Add the noodles and pour in dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and broth.
- Stir-fry everything together for 3–5 minutes until noodles are well-coated and heated through.
- Season with white pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot with lime wedges if desired.