Crispy Fried Noodles Snack (Printable)

Golden fried noodles with aromatic spices create a crunchy, flavorful snack perfect for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Noodles

01 - 5.3 oz dried thin noodles (e.g., egg noodles or rice vermicelli)

→ Seasonings

02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sugar

→ For Frying

08 - 2 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying)

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the dried noodles and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until just al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
02 - Spread the noodles onto a clean kitchen towel. Gently pat dry, ensuring moisture is removed to prevent oil splatter.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F (180°C).
04 - Working in batches, carefully add noodles to the hot oil. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
05 - While still warm, toss the noodles with salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, and sugar until evenly coated.
06 - Allow the crispy noodles to cool completely to maximize crunch before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They're ridiculously easy—you likely have everything in your kitchen right now.
  • The contrast between crispy outside and just-tender inside is genuinely addictive.
  • They're gone in seconds at parties, which always feels like a small victory.
02 -
  • Wet noodles will splatter violently in hot oil—this is the most common mistake, and it's both dangerous and disappointing.
  • The noodles continue cooking slightly as they cool, so pull them out when they're a shade lighter than the color you actually want.
03 -
  • Have everything prepped and ready before you heat the oil—this recipe moves fast once you start frying.
  • If your oil temperature drops too much between batches, let it come back up to 180°C before adding the next batch, or you'll end up with oily noodles instead of crispy ones.

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