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Chow Mein

China

Chow mein spread widely through Chinese immigrant communities abroad, becoming one of the most familiar Chinese dishes in households far beyond China itself.

Stir-fried noodles tossed with vegetables and meat in a savoury sauce until lightly crisped at the edges — one of the most popular Chinese dishes worldwide.

Authentic China Chow Mein recipe
Prep
15 mins
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
535 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

400gegg noodles
200gchicken breast, sliced
1carrot, julienned
100gcabbage, shredded
3 tbspsoy sauce
2 tbspvegetable oil
2garlic cloves, minced

Method

1

Cook noodles according to packet instructions, then drain and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.

2

Stir-fry chicken until cooked through, then set aside.

3

Stir-fry garlic, carrot and cabbage until just tender.

4

Return chicken and noodles to the wok, add soy sauce, and toss everything together over high heat until well combined.

Chef's Tip

Frying the noodles briefly undisturbed against the hot wok surface gives chow mein its characteristic lightly crisp edges.

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