WEEKNIGHT CHOW MEIN
Easy, tasty weeknight recipe. Adaptable to different types of meat; add veges or delete to suit your taste, or what you have on hand. I developed this "cook-and-drain" technique to avoid chow mein that was swimming in liquid. It also makes added thickeners unnecessary. I show varying amounts of noodles and cabbage - I enjoy a chow mein with lots of veges, but others in my family like the noodles. This recipe works well either way.
Provided by dianegrapegrower
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti in boiling water as directed. Drain in colander, sprinkle with 1 t. peanut oil to keep from sticking, and let set.
- Slice chicken or pork into thin strips. Peel shrimp. A single meat, or a combo work fine in this recipe.
- Heat 1 T. peanut oil in wok. Stir-fry cabbage until hot-crisp. Dump on top of spaghetti in colander and let set. (any moisture coming off the cabbage will drain, keeping your chow mein from getting soggy).
- Heat 2 T. peanut oil in wok. Add sesame oil, ginger, chili sauce, meat or shrimp. Stir-fry until meat is almost done.
- Add remaining veges and continue stir-frying until veges are hot-crisp and meat is done.
- Add oyster sauce and stir to coat. Add cabbage and spaghetti and combine thoroughly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.1, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 51.8, Sodium 442.8, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.7, Protein 23.7
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Sheikh Ishmam
[email protected]This chow mein was a disappointment. The noodles were mushy and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this recipe again.
Francke Max
[email protected]I thought this chow mein was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Catherine Monteiro (Kitty)
[email protected]This was an okay chow mein. It wasn't the best I've ever had, but it was still pretty good. I think it would be better with a different type of noodle.
Kamal Bhattarai
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of this chow mein. The noodles were overcooked and the sauce was too thick. I think I'll stick to my usual takeout spot.
Jody Baker
[email protected]This chow mein was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more sauce or seasoning. I also found that the noodles were a bit too soft.
Shaly Ponze
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for chow mein. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this dish.
shah ak
[email protected]I've made this chow mein several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavor is always spot on. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.
Barbara Remy
[email protected]This was a great weeknight meal. It was quick and easy to make, and it was a healthier alternative to takeout. I used whole wheat noodles and added extra vegetables to make it even healthier.
Jessy william
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chow mein, but this recipe changed my mind. The noodles were perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful without being too heavy. I also loved the addition of the shrimp and the bean sprouts.
Md Babu
[email protected]This chow mein was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and packed with flavor. We loved the addition of the vegetables and the sauce was delicious. Will definitely be making this again!