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Easy Chow Mein Recipe

Easy Chow Mein Recipe
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A quick and delicious recipe for Easy Chow Mein, perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe features tender noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces chow mein noodles (fresh or dried)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or shrimp, thinly sliced or deveined
  • 1 cup sliced carrots (julienned)
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions (white and green parts separated)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)

Instructions

  1. Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water to prevent sticking, and toss with 1 tsp sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil and 1 tsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add chicken or shrimp and stir-fry until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from wok and set aside.
  4. Add carrots and celery to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.
  5. Add the white parts of the green onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add shredded cabbage and bean sprouts to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  7. Return the cooked chicken/shrimp to the wok. Add the cooked noodles.
  8. Give the sauce mixture a quick whisk, then pour it over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together to coat evenly.
  9. Add the cornstarch slurry to the wok, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  10. Garnish with the green parts of the green onions.
  11. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure your oyster sauce is gluten-free.
  • You can substitute other vegetables like broccoli florets, bell peppers, or snap peas.
  • If using dried noodles, make sure to stir-fry them briefly after adding the sauce to absorb flavor.

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Find it online: https://www.masterthecook.com/easy-chow-mein-recipe/