A Quick and Easy Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles

We believe in nurturing curious minds and healthy bodies. Our approach to nutrition extends beyond the plate, fostering an understanding of where our food comes from and how it nourishes us. This delicious Stir-Fried Hokkien Noodles recipe is a perfect example, bringing fresh, wholesome ingredients together in a way that children will love.

We all know that involving your child in the preparation of your meal can be a great way to build practical life skills and environmental awareness. Just as we do in our centres with our paddock-to-plate model. Enjoy creating and sharing this vibrant meal with your child. Could use any vegetables you have at home to make a delicious dinner that everyone loves! This is an easy and fast meal when you run out of time.

Stir-Fried Hokkien Noodles – Serves 4

Ingredients:

500g hokkien noodles
2 tbsp canola oil
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 medium carrot, cut into strips
1 red capsicum, cut into strips
½ green cabbage, cut into strips
1 small pack of tofu, 300g, cut into strips (or 300g chicken strips)

Sauce Ingredients:

2 tbsp light soy sauce
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp Chinese cooking wine
1 tbsp sesame oil
¼ tsp white pepper
Garnish: sesame seeds or green shallots

Method:

Prepare noodles per the packet directions. (Usually, soak for a few minutes in a large bowl of boiling water. Then rinse and drain in a colander under the tap water.)
Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan over high heat until very hot, add garlic, cabbage, carrot and capsicum.
Toss 1 minute, add tofu in, stir for a further 2 minutes until the vegetables are mostly wilted and tofu is a nice golden colour.
Add noodles and sauce, stir for 2 minutes until the noodles are stained a mahogany colour.
Serve immediately, sprinkled with sesame seeds and green shallots!

We hope your family enjoys this Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles recipe! At SEEC, we believe that exceptional early education extends to every detail, from our expansive outdoor learning environments to the nourishing meals prepared daily by our in-house chef. We’re dedicated to building strong foundations for your child’s future, fostering independence, confidence, and a love for learning in a supportive, home-like atmosphere.

To learn more about our unique approach to early education and experience the SEEC difference firsthand, including our paddock-to-plate philosophy and amazing facilities, we invite you to book a tour of one of our centres. Alternatively, explore our website to discover more about the wonderful food we serve and our comprehensive “Learning for Life Curriculum“. We look forward to connecting with you and becoming a part of your parenting journey.