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Chow Mein

Chow Mein is a quick and customizable dish with delightful flavors, perfect for busy weeknights and comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1/2 small small cabbage Sliced into thin strips.
  • 5 green onions/spring onions Sliced; separate white and green parts.
  • 2 carrots Sliced into thin strips.
Noodles
  • 300 g noodles (preferably egg noodles) Cook according to package instructions.
Sauce
  • 4 tbsp cooking oil (neutral) For stir-frying.
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil (optional) For added flavor.
  • 1.5 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (regular or vegetarian)
  • 3 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the cabbage, green onions, and carrots into thin strips.
  2. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large pan or wok, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the grated garlic and stir until it releases its aroma.
  3. Add the cabbage, carrots, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  4. Add the cooked noodles to the pan.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and water. Pour this sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
  6. Toss everything together, ensuring the noodles are well coated in the sauce. Drizzle the toasted sesame oil on top if using.
  7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
  8. Remove from heat and add the green parts of the green onions for garnish.

Notes

Serve hot from the pan, paired with your favorite protein such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu. Optional garnishes include sesame seeds or extra green onions. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.