Description
A delicious and savory chicken chow mein recipe that replicates the taste of your favorite Chinese takeaway. Quick to make with stir-fried noodles, tender chicken, and crisp vegetables in a flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- 200g egg noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 100g bean sprouts
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 spring onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another 1 tbsp of oil and stir-fry the onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add the garlic and bean sprouts, and cook for another minute.
- Return the chicken to the pan, then add the cooked noodles.
- Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Add the chopped spring onions and stir-fry everything together for 1-2 more minutes.
- Adjust salt if needed, then serve hot.
Notes
- You can use pre-cooked shredded chicken to save time.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation.
- Use dark soy sauce for richer color and flavor.