Ingredients

2 cups cooked noodles , cooled ( rice noodles , cellophane noodles or even spaghetti )
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup cabbage , shredded thinly
2 green onions , julienned chopped
1 carrot , julienned chopped
1 bell pepper , seeded and sliced thinly
1 stick celery , chopped thinly
3 eggs , beaten ( whole eggs or 1 whole egg and 2 whites )
5 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 garlic clove , minced
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 green onions , julienned chopped ( optional )
1 teaspoon sesame seeds ( optional )
1 tablespoon peanuts , crushed ( optional )
Hakka noodles are a type of Asian noodle dish that originated in the Hakka region of China but has become popular all around the world, especially in India and Southeast Asia. The noodles are typically stir-fried with vegetables, meat, or seafood, and seasoned with sauces like soy sauce, oyster sauce, or chili sauce. This recipe features a mix of colorful veggies (cabbage, green onions, carrot, bell pepper, celery) and scrambled eggs, all stir-fried together with cooked noodles and flavorful spices. The dish has a beautiful aroma, vibrant colors, and a tempting taste that will make you crave for more. You can adjust the spice level and veggie proportions to your liking and enjoy this dish as a lunch/dinner option or a snack.

Instructions

1.Heat sesame oil in a wok/pan, add the eggs, and stir-fry until scrambled.
2.Remove the eggs from the wok and set aside.
3.In the same wok, add another tablespoon of sesame oil and stir-fry the minced garlic until fragrant.
4.Add all the chopped veggies (cabbage, green onions, carrot, bell pepper, celery) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
5.Add the cooked noodles, soy sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, and stir everything together.
6.Add the scrambled eggs, and toss to combine everything evenly.
7.Garnish with julienned green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed peanuts (optional). Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Quick and easy to make, this restaurant-style hakka noodles recipe is a flavorful and healthy dish packed with veggies and protein (eggs).

It can be customized to your liking with a variety of veggies and noodles.

This dish is also perfect for vegetarians and vegans (by omitting the eggs and using vegan soy sauce).

CONS

Hakka noodles might not be suitable for people with gluten intolerance/celiac disease since most noodles contain wheat flour.

Stir-frying the veggies and noodles at high heat can lead to the loss of some nutrients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This hakka noodles dish is a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The veggies (cabbage, green onions, carrot, bell pepper, celery) supply a range of nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, potassium, and antioxidants.
Eggs are a rich source of protein and healthy fats, as well as choline, which is important for brain health and metabolism.
Sesame oil and seeds contain healthy unsaturated fats and antioxidants that can improve heart health and lower inflammation.

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