Description
A quick and flavorful Hakka Noodles recipe featuring stir-fried noodles tossed with fresh vegetables and a savory blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and garlic. Perfect for a speedy Asian-inspired meal that’s comforting and delicious.
Ingredients
Noodles
- 450 g hakka noodles
Vegetables
- 2 cloves garlic (approx. 1½ tablespoon, finely minced)
- 1 cup cabbage (thinly sliced)
- ½ white onion (approx. 1 cup, thinly sliced)
- ½ red bell pepper (approx. 1 cup, thinly sliced)
- 1-2 stalks green onions (finely chopped, for garnish)
Sauce
- ¼ cup dark soy sauce (or regular soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1½ tablespoon ketchup
- ½ cup water (plus extra ¼ cup if noodles feel dry during cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Noodles: In a large bowl, soak 450 g hakka noodles in boiling water for 5 minutes. If using spaghettini, boil according to package instructions minus 1 minute. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce and Garnish: In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup dark soy sauce, 2 teaspoons white vinegar, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon oil, 1½ tablespoon ketchup, and ½ cup water. Finely mince green onions and garlic; chop or grate vegetables as specified.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Heat a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add Bell Peppers and Cabbage: Stir-fry bell peppers and cabbage for 2–3 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Add Noodles and Sauce: Add the drained noodles and prepared sauce to the pan. Toss to combine so noodles absorb the sauce evenly. Cook until noodles are soft, adding an additional ¼ cup of water if the noodles are dry or if a saucier texture is desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Plate the noodles and garnish with finely chopped green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- If using spaghettini instead of hakka noodles, adjust boiling time as recommended.
- Adding a little extra water when cooking the noodles with sauce helps achieve the right consistency.
- Oyster sauce can be substituted with vegetarian oyster sauce for a vegetarian version.
- For a spicier kick, add chili sauce or fresh chopped chilies while stir-frying.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
