Scallion Oil Noodles

Scallion Oil Noodles, or 'Cong You Ban Mian', is a classic and beloved Shanghai dish featuring noodles tossed in a fragrant, savory sauce made from slowly fried scallions and soy sauce. The key ingredients are fresh scallions, a neutral oil, light and dark soy sauce, and sometimes a touch of sugar, all served over simple wheat noodles.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the noodles, with a moderate amount of fat from the oil used to fry the scallions. A typical serving provides a good energy boost and contains some B vitamins and minerals from the wheat and soy sauce, with a rough calorie estimate of 400-600 per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	800 mg
Iron	3 mg
Sodium	800 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	100 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Vitamin K	15 mcg

Per 1 typical serving (about 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The magic of this dish lies in the 'maillard reaction' that occurs when scallions are slowly fried, transforming their sharp flavor into a deep, sweet, and umami-rich oil that becomes the soul of the sauce. It's a perfect example of how simple, humble ingredients can be elevated through technique into something profoundly flavorful.