Scallion Oil Noodles

Scallion Oil Noodles

　　Scallion Oil Noodles is a famous snack from Shanghai.

Scallion Oil Noodles is prepared with great care. First, the white part of the scallions is cut into inch-long segments and fried in warm oil (this method produces scallion oil that is deep red with hints of yellow, rich in scallion aroma, and can instantly whet the appetite just by the smell). Then, the scallion oil is combined with dried small shrimps that have been stir-fried in vegetable oil and marinated in wine and sugar to make scallion oil with dried shrimp. The noodles are boiled until cooked, drained of the broth, and then mixed with the scallion oil with dried shrimp to become Scallion Oil Noodles. These noodles are bright in color, smooth and refreshing to eat, with a delicious shrimp flavor and an intense scallion aroma. They are also highly nutritious and very popular.