Veg Hakka Noodles are a deliciously easy toddler meal that is perfect for introducing variety and texture to your little one’s diet. Loaded with loads of veggies like carrots, beans, and mushrooms, this simple yet flavourful dish is nutritious and packed with essential vitamins and minerals that provide all the goodness your toddler needs to grow and thrive. Try this tried-and-true recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia to make sure your tot enjoys and savours every bite.

General Information

Servings: 2 Keywords: Veg Hakka Noodles, Vegetarian, Peanut Free Calories: 463 Protein: 24.4 g Carbs: 40.3 g Fats: 24 g Preparation time: 10 mins Cooking time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 250 g Hakka noodles
• 2 teaspoon corn starch
• 1 bell pepper (green, red or yellow, cubed into small pieces)
• 1 cup carrots (cubed into small pieces)
• 5- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoon vinegar
• 2 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

1. In a medium-sized pot, bring 1.5 liters of salted water to a boil
2. Once it is boiling, add the noodles and stir gently
3. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the noodles are soft
4. In the meantime, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of cold water and set it aside
5. Once the noodles are cooked, drain and rinse with cold water
6. Heat the vegetable oil in a Wok or a large skillet over medium-high heat
7. Add the bell peppers, carrots, garlic and ginger. Sauté them for 3 minutes or until the vegetables are tender
8. Now add the noodles and stir-fry for 2 minutes
9. Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar and white pepper. Cook for another minute
10. Add the cornstarch mixture and stir continuously until the noodles are well-coated and the sauce thickens
11. Finally, add the sesame seeds and set aside

Optional: You can add some chopped scallions and/or chilli flakes to the noodles if your kids are adventurous eaters

Recommended Sides

• A bowl of steamed broccoli
• Fresh fruit salad
• A yogurt-based dressing

Psst- Don’t forget to crack a few jokes while cooking with your little ones. It adds more flavor to your Veg Hakka Noodles!