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Cantonese Chow Mein

Crispy Cantonese Chow Mein in Under 15 Minutes

Crispy Cantonese Chow Mein combines pan-fried egg noodles with vegetables in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cantonese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 1 pack Chow Mein Egg Noodles Thin, Hong Kong-style noodles
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Use both white and green parts
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts Mung bean sprouts preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Oil Can use any neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Use sparingly
For the Sauces
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Regular Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Plant-based options available
  • 1 teaspoon Fish Sauce Omit for vegetarian
Final Touches
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Water

Equipment

  • wok

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cantonese Chow Mein
  1. Prepare Noodles: Soak chow mein egg noodles in boiling water for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Mix Sauce: Combine dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, granulated sugar, and water in a bowl.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat corn oil in a wok, add chopped onion and green onion whites, sauté for about 1 minute, then remove.
  4. Crisp Noodles: Add remaining oil, cook soaked noodles in a thin layer for 2-4 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Combine & Cook: Add sautéed onions, green onion tops, and bean sprouts to noodles, pour in sauce and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Finish & Serve: Drizzle sesame oil on the chow mein, mix well, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ideal for quick meals and customizable with proteins and seasonal veggies.

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