Here’s a classic Chow Mein recipe—savory noodles, crisp veggies, and a simple homemade sauce 🍜
🍜 Chow Mein (Serves 4)
Ingredients
Chow Mein
- 8 oz chow mein noodles or spaghetti
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb protein (chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, bean sprouts, onions)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
Sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- ½ cup water or chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook noodles
- Cook noodles according to package directions.
- Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook protein
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add protein and cook until done.
- Remove from pan and set aside.
3️⃣ Stir-fry veggies
- In same pan, add a little oil if needed.
- Add garlic, ginger, and vegetables.
- Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
4️⃣ Combine
- Return protein to pan.
- Add noodles.
- Stir sauce ingredients together and pour into pan.
- Toss and cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats noodles.
5️⃣ Serve
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
🔄 Variations
- Chicken chow mein: Add sliced chicken breast.
- Shrimp chow mein: Add shrimp last—cook just until pink.
- Vegetarian: Skip meat, add mushrooms and extra veggies.
- Spicy: Add chili garlic sauce or sriracha.
💡 Tips
- Use high heat to prevent soggy noodles.
- Prep all ingredients before cooking—it goes fast.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan.
If you want, I can also give you:
- Takeout-style chow mein
- Crispy chow mein noodles
- One-pan 20-minute version
Just tell me 😊
