Ingredients:
For the Chow Mein:
- 200g Chow Mein noodles (or other stir-fry noodles) 🍜
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil 🛢️
- 1 small onion, sliced 🧅
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 cup shredded carrots 🥕
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color) 🌶️
- 1 cup snap peas or green beans 🥒
- 1 cup cooked chicken, beef, pork, or tofu, sliced 🍗🍖🍤
- 3 green onions, chopped 🧅
- 1 cup bean sprouts (optional) 🌱
For the Sauce:
- 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry) 🌽
- 3 tbsp soy sauce 🥢
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce 🍜
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce 🌟
- 1 tsp sesame oil 🌰
- 1 tsp sugar 🍯
- 1/2 cup water 💧
Ingredients:
1: Cook the Noodles 🍜
- Cook the Chow Mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
2: Prepare the Sauce 🥢
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and water. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Set aside.
3: Stir-Fry the Vegetables 🥕
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the shredded carrots, bell peppers, and snap peas or green beans. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
4: Add the Protein 🍗
- Add your cooked protein (chicken, beef, pork, or tofu) to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through.
5: Add the Noodles and Sauce 🍜
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together to ensure the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened.
6: Garnish and Serve 🧅
- Add the chopped green onions and bean sprouts (if using). Toss to combine. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Chow Mein!
Chow Mein is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish known for its savory flavor and satisfying texture. This quick and easy recipe features stir-fried noodles with a colorful mix of vegetables and your choice of protein. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a delicious takeout-style meal at home. Let’s get cooking!
