Chicken Chow Mein | Flavorful And Easy Lo Mein Recipe

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through making a delicious Chicken Chow Mein, a flavorful and easy lo mein dish. With fresh ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll learn how to prepare this classic meal right at home.

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Start by prepping your vegetables and aromatics:

• Chop the garlic: Use 3 cloves of garlic and mince them finely.
• Slice the green onions: Take 4 stalks and slice them, keeping the white and green parts separate.
• Chop the onion: Use 5.3 oz (150 g) of onion, diced.
• Prepare the bean sprouts: Use 5.3 oz (150 g) of bean sprouts and rinse them under cold water.

Step 2: Marinate the Chicken

Prepare the chicken for cooking:

• Slice the chicken: Use 6 oz (200 g) of chicken breast, cutting it into thin strips.
• Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine:
  • 1/2 tsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp oyster sauce
  • 1/4 tsp dark soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1/16 tsp white pepper powder
  • 2 tsp corn starch
  • 2 tsp water
• Mix well and let it sit for about 10 minutes.

Step 3: Prepare the Chow Mein Noodles

Prepare the fresh chow mein noodles:

• Boil the noodles: In a pot of boiling water, cook 16 oz (450 g) of fresh chow mein noodles for about 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Drain and set aside.

Step 4: Make the Chow Mein Sauce

Create a flavorful sauce for the dish:

• In a small bowl, mix together:
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 3/4 tsp sugar

Step 5: Stir Fry the Vegetables

Cook the vegetables for added flavor:

• Heat a pan: Add 1 1/2 tsp oil over medium-high heat.
• Add onions and bean sprouts: Stir fry the diced onion and bean sprouts until they are tender, about 2-3 minutes.
• Add green onion: Toss in the white parts of the green onion and stir-fry for another minute.

Step 6: Cook the Chicken

Cook the marinated chicken for the dish:

• Add chicken to the pan: Stir fry the marinated chicken until it is fully cooked and no longer pink, around 3-4 minutes.
• Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7: Combine the Noodles

Bring everything together to create the chow mein:

• Add noodles: Add the boiled chow mein noodles to the chicken and vegetables in the pan.
• Pour in the sauce: Add the prepared chow mein sauce and mix well to combine all ingredients.
• Add 2 tbsp water: This will help to ensure the noodles are well coated and not dry.
• Finish cooking: Stir-fry everything together for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Conclusion

You have now successfully made Chicken Chow Mein! This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful meal to impress guests. Enjoy your homemade chow mein and feel free to experiment with different vegetables or proteins for variety. Happy cooking!