Description
A quick and delicious Chow Mein recipe featuring stir-fried chow mein noodles with fresh vegetables and an easy, flavorful sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish can be customized with chicken or tofu for added protein.
Ingredients
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Noodles and Vegetables
- 8 oz chow mein noodles
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1 cup snow peas
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Protein (Optional)
- 1 cup cooked chicken or tofu
Cooking Oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice all vegetables and optional protein (chicken or tofu) into appropriate sizes. Set aside for easy cooking.
- Cook Noodles: Boil chow mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Toss noodles with a little oil to prevent sticking.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until well combined. This will be your signature chow mein sauce.
- Cook Protein: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken or tofu and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: If needed, add more oil to the pan. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots, snow peas, and shredded cabbage and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Combine All and Stir-Fry: Return cooked noodles and protein to the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and stir-fry for another 2 minutes, ensuring everything is evenly coated and heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the chow mein, toss once more, and serve hot immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a vegetarian or vegan version, omit chicken and use tofu or additional vegetables.
- You can substitute chow mein noodles with lo mein or spaghetti noodles if unavailable.
- Adjust the soy sauce and oyster sauce quantities to suit your taste and dietary needs.
- Adding a splash of sesame oil at the end enhances the aroma.
- If you prefer spicier, add red chili flakes or fresh chili during sautéing garlic.
- Make sure not to overcook vegetables to maintain their crunchiness.
