Chow Mein
Stir-fried noodles with vegetables and protein in a savory sauce. Chinese-American favorite - crispy, chewy, and deeply flavorful.
Ingredients
- •400 g Egg noodles
- •300 g Chicken
- •200 g Cabbage
- •2 stalks Celery
- •60 ml Soy sauce
- •30 ml Oyster sauce
Instructions
- 1
Cook egg noodles according to package, drain and toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
💡 The key to great chow mein is a scorching hot wok and noodles that are slightly crispy.
- 2
Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and a pinch of sugar for the sauce.
💡 Wok-fry noodles in small batches over high heat for optimal crispiness.
- 3
Heat wok over high heat. Add oil, then garlic and ginger. Stir-fry 30 seconds.
💡 Wok-fry noodles in small batches over high heat for optimal crispiness.
- 4
Add chicken and shrimp. Stir-fry until sealed, about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
💡 Wok-fry noodles in small batches over high heat for optimal crispiness.
- 5
Add vegetables: cabbage, carrots, celery. Stir-fry 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
💡 Wok-fry noodles in small batches over high heat for optimal crispiness.
- 6
Return proteins, add noodles and sauce. Toss everything together for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
💡 Wok-fry noodles in small batches over high heat for optimal crispiness.