Chow mein simply means “stir-fried noodles” and is among the best-known dishes of Cantonese cuisine. With Chinese emigrants it spread around the world.
Crunchy vegetables, tender egg noodles and a glossy soy sauce – quickly made in a hot wok, it is an everyday classic with countless variations.
Servings2
Time30 min
LevelEasy
Ingredients
Egg noodles★250 g
Chicken breast, sliced250 g
Cabbage, carrot, bean sprouts1 handful each
Soy sauce (light & dark)★1 tbsp each
Oyster sauce★1 tbsp
Garlic & gingersome of each
★ = available authentic in the Asia Boutique
Preparation
1
Cook the egg noodles al dente, drain and toss with a little oil.
2
Sear the chicken in a hot wok, remove.
3
Stir-fry garlic, ginger and vegetables briefly.
4
Add noodles and chicken, season with soy and oyster sauce.
5
Toss until everything glistens. Serve hot.
Make it original
Oyster sauce and good soy sauce give chow mein its shine. Available in the Asia Boutique.
