Chow Mein
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
1 min
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Total Time
16 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
311 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Chow Mein
Description
This Chow Mein recipe uses soaked chow mein noodles simmered briefly to soften without becoming soggy, then stir-fried with garlic, chicken strips, shrimp, shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, and scallions. The sauce combines soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and water, creating a balanced umami flavor with a hint of sweetness.
The protein and vegetables are cooked until tender yet maintain some bite, and the noodles are incorporated last to absorb the flavorful sauce. The garlic imparts an aromatic base, while the scallions added at the end provide a fresh green note.
This dish is best served hot straight from the wok or skillet, presenting a satisfying combination of textures and mild savory flavors common in popular American-Chinese cooking styles. The recipe provides a balanced, complete meal with meat, seafood, vegetables, and noodles in one plate.
Ingredients
Chow Mein Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 oz. (60g) chicken cut into thin strips
- 6 Shrimp shelled and deveined, medium-sized
- 1/2 cup cabbage shredded
- 1/4 cup carrot shredded
- 2 talks scallions cut into 2-inch strips (5 cm)
Instructions
- Soak the chow mein noodles in cold water for about 5 minutes. Rinse them a few times until the water runs clear and the noodles soften. Drain the excess water and set aside. (Be careful not to over-soak the noodles, as they may become soggy.)
- In a small mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the Chow Mein Sauce. Set aside.
- Heat a skillet or wok with oil. Add the garlic and stir-fry until light brown or aromatic. Then, add the chicken and shrimp, stirring until they are half cooked. Incorporate the shredded cabbage and carrot into the wok, stirring quickly. Add the noodles and soy sauce mixture, continuing to stir-fry until the noodles are well combined with the sauce and fully cooked through.
- Add the chopped scallions, do a few final stirs, dish out, and serve hot.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 311 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 311kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 814mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1409IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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