Crispy Cantonese Chow Mein Ready in Just 15 Minutes

Enjoy a delicious homemade Cantonese chow mein with chewy noodles and vibrant veggies in just 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Cantonese

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Noodles

12 ounces Chow Mein Egg Noodles Use fresh Hong Kong-style for best texture.

For the Aromatics

1 medium Yellow Onion Adds sweetness and aroma.
3 stalks Green Onions Whites for cooking, greens for garnish.

For the Vegetables

2 cups Bean Sprouts Substitute with snap peas or carrots if desired.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Corn Oil Neutral oil for frying.
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Optional, for finishing.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce Provides depth of flavor.
2 tablespoons Regular Soy Sauce Adjust to taste.
1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Or use soy sauce for vegetarian.
1 teaspoon Fish Sauce Omit for vegetarian.
1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Balances savory flavors.
1/4 cup Water To blend sauce ingredients.

Equipment

Large pot
heatproof bowl
Medium bowl
large wok
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cantonese Chow Mein

Prepare Noodles: Boil water, pour it over chow mein noodles in a heatproof bowl, and soak for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then drain.
Mix Sauce: Whisk together dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water until sugar is dissolved.
Sauté Aromatics: Heat corn oil in a wok, add yellow onions and whites of green onions, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pan-Fry Noodles: Add corn oil to wok, then add drained noodles. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes, flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Add sautéed onions, green onion tops, and bean sprouts. Pour in sauce and mix gently for 1-2 minutes.
Finish & Serve: Drizzle with sesame oil, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crunch, let the noodles fry undisturbed and personalize with seasonal vegetables or proteins.

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