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Quick stir-fry fix
Stir-fry noodles are a go-to option for a quick and easy meal. They offer endless customisation options, allowing you to load up on plenty of vegetables and proteins to suit your preferences.
From the Thai classic, , to the Chinese , Japan's yakisoba and Indonesia's street food favourite, , there are just so many ways to enjoy them.
STIR-FRY NOODLE RECIPES
Beef pad see ew
Credit: Jiwon Kim
Soup noodle whirl
From the umami-rich broth of to the fragrant spices of , the list of soup noodles to slurp is endless.
While you can spend hours simmering the broth for a restaurant-like finish, the beauty is that the broth of most soup noodles can be sped up, like in this and the .
SOUP NOODLE RECIPES
Corn miso ramen
Corn miso ramen Credit: Kitti Gould
Hot oil is your friend
Hot oil noodles (you po mian) "may be the easiest noodle dish in the world," says Adam Liaw. Originating from the northern region of China, pouring hot oil directly onto the flavour-providing elements helps release the aromatics.
You can elevate the oil by frying spring onion until golden-brown, almost burnt, like in this . Simple, yet so flavourful.
Oil-sprinkled noodles Credit: Kitti Gould
Crispy fry, even fly?
Deep-frying noodles transform them into crisp and golden brown, adding a delicious contrast to your dish, like in this .
Using a ladle to pour boiling oil over the noodles can even make noodles 'fly', literally! Check out this by chef and TikTok star Vincent Yeow Lim.
DEEP-FRIED NOODLE RECIPES
Seafood chow mein
Flying lobster noodles Credit: Kitti Gould
Salad magic
Incorporating noodles into salads adds a delightful twist to leafy greens, turning them into a refreshing and satisfying meal.
Combining noodles with fresh vegetables, protein-rich ingredients and flavourful dressings makes them a well-rounded meal.
NOODLE SALAD RECIPES
Rainbow soba salad
Tossing mazemen
Mazemen, or "mixed noodles" in Japanese, are noodles in which umami-rich sauce is simply mixed with various toppings in a bowl.
Sometimes called "soupless ramen", these noodles showcase bold flavours and satisfying textures with endless creative possibilities.
MAZEMEN RECIPES
Mushroom and bonito instant mazemen