Shanghai spring onion oil noodles (葱油拌面)

Step 1

Pour oil in a wok. Add spring onion. Leave to simmer over a medium low heat until it starts to brown. Take the onion out and set aside (see note).

Step 2

Add soy sauce and sugar to the oil. Cook until the sauce starts to bubble. Turn off the heat.

Step 3

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook noodles following the instructions on the package. Drain then briefly rinse under running water.

Step 4

Place noodles in the wok. Stir well to evenly coat the noodles with the sauce.

Step 5

Portion out the noodles into 4 serving bowls. Top with fried spring onion.