Mom's Chinese New Year Noodles

Mom's Chinese New Year Noodles A cherished family tradition, these Chinese New Year noodles symbolize longevity, prosperity, and happiness. Each bite is filled with flavors of umami, spice, and a hint of sweetness, bringing warmth to the festive celebration. This special recipe offers a unique cooking method to create a perfect balance of chewy noodles and rich, flavorful sauce. Ingredients For the Noodles: 12 oz fresh Chinese wheat noodles (or dried lo mein) 1 tbsp sesame oil (to prevent sticking) For the Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp oyster sauce 1 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry) 1 tsp sugar ½ tsp white pepper 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for spice) ¼ cup water For the Stir-Fry: 2 tbsp vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, minced