Shanghai Fried Noodles
Shanghai Fried Noodles, or Shanghai Chao Mian, is a beloved stir-fried noodle dish from Shanghai, China. It typically features thick, chewy wheat noodles tossed with savory ingredients like pork, leafy greens (such as bok choy), and a rich, dark soy sauce-based seasoning that gives it a distinctive sweet and savory flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the noodles and contains moderate protein from the meat, with fat content depending on the cooking oil used. It provides key nutrients like iron and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing roughly 500-700 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 60 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
Per 1 serving (approx. 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Shanghai Fried Noodles reflect the city's culinary identity, blending sweet and savory flavors that are characteristic of Shanghainese cuisine. Nutritionally, the use of thick noodles and dark soy sauce not only enhances texture and color but also contributes to the dish's unique umami depth.
