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Cantonese Chow Mein Recipe

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This Cantonese Chow Mein recipe features crispy egg noodles tossed in a flavorful sweet and savory soy-based stir-fry sauce with fresh vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying dish that rivals takeout favorites with homemade goodness.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Noodles & Vegetables

  • 12 oz chow mein egg noodles (thin fresh Hong Kong style)
  • ½ small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 5 stalks green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces (whites and greens divided)
  • 2 cups bean sprouts

Oils

  • 3 tablespoons corn oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for finishing)

Stir Fry Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • ½ teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles: Pour boiling water over the fresh chow mein noodles and soak for 30 seconds to 1 minute until softened. Drain thoroughly and set aside to prevent sogginess.
  2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, granulated sugar, and water. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely, creating a balanced sweet and savory stir-fry sauce.
  3. Sauté aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon corn oil in a wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add sliced yellow onions and the white parts of the green onions, sautéing for 1 minute to release their flavor. Remove from wok and set aside.
  4. Pan-fry the noodles: In the same wok, heat another tablespoon of corn oil over medium-high heat until hot, about 2 minutes. Add the noodles, spreading them evenly in a thin layer and cook for about 2 minutes to develop crisp edges. Flip the noodles, drizzle remaining tablespoon of oil around the pan edge, and cook another 2 minutes until both sides are crispy and golden.
  5. Add vegetables and sauce: Return sautéed onions to the wok along with the bean sprouts and the remaining green parts of the green onions. Pour in the prepared stir-fry sauce and gently toss everything together to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Finish and serve: Remove the wok from heat, drizzle with 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately while the noodles remain crispy and the vegetables fresh.

Notes

  • Use fresh chow mein noodles for best texture; you can substitute with dried noodles soaked until softened if fresh are unavailable.
  • Adjust sugar in the sauce to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Be careful not to over-soak the noodles to maintain crispiness when pan-frying.
  • For added protein, consider adding cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu during the vegetable stir-fry step.
  • Use a well-seasoned wok or a non-stick pan for best results in achieving crispy noodles.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Cantonese

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/cantonese-chow-mein-recipe/