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Scallion oil noodles

Fry spring onion in oil over medium-low until deeply gold and sweet, 8โ€“10 minutes. Do not blacken.

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How long does Scallion oil noodles take?

25 min all in โ€” 10 min prep, 15 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.

How many does it serve?

The recipe is written for 2 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.

How hard is it?

Easy.

How spicy is it?

No chilli.

What allergens should I watch?

This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Soy. Labels are informational โ€” check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.

Does it fit a diet?

The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.

What does it cost to cook?

Cheap night โ€” about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.

What equipment do I need?

Saucepan, Frying pan.

How much salt do I put in?

This recipe does not list salt as its own ingredient. Saltiness comes from Soy sauce โ€” 2 tbsp. Taste at the end rather than adding a number we did not write.

How much soy sauce?

2 tbsp of Soy sauce.

How much sugar?

ยฝ tsp of Sugar.

What can I use instead?

Wheat noodles โ†’ Spaghetti. Emergency. Still onion oil.

Any tips from this recipe?

A splash of the noodle water loosens the toss. Light and dark soy together is the Shanghai colour if you have both.

Can I use an air fryer?

This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.

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