Crispy Chinese Fried Noodles

Name: Crispy Chinese Fried Noodles
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 oz fresh uncooked egg noodles; 2 cup vegetable oil; 0.25 tsp salt

These crispy Chinese fried noodles are light, golden, and irresistibly crunchy. Serve them as a snack, a soup topping, or a crisp garnish for stir-fries and salads when you want extra texture in minutes.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time5 Mins

Cook Time15 Mins

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

fresh uncooked egg noodles
4 oz
vegetable oil
2 cup
salt
0.3 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the noodles before frying. Fresh uncooked egg noodles can be used as they are. If substituting egg roll or wonton wrappers, slice them into strips about 1 x 4 inches.

Pour the vegetable oil into a wok or deep medium pot, leaving plenty of space above the oil to prevent overflow. Heat the oil to 375-400 degrees F (190-204 degrees C), checking the temperature with a deep-fry or candy thermometer.

Working in small batches, carefully lower a small handful of noodles into the hot oil. Immediately separate them with wooden or bamboo chopsticks so they do not clump together as they puff and crisp.

Fry the noodles for 20-30 seconds, then turn them with chopsticks or a slotted spoon. Continue frying for about 20 seconds more, until evenly golden and crisp.

Lift the fried noodles from the oil and let the excess drain off. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate or tray, season lightly with salt while hot, and repeat with the remaining noodles.

Chef's Tips

Fry in small batches so the oil temperature stays high and the noodles crisp instead of turning greasy. A neutral high-heat oil such as vegetable or canola oil works best. Let the noodles cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; if they soften, refresh them briefly in a low oven.