Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of our extensive collection of salt and pepper chicken chow mein recipes, offering options for every taste and dietary preference. Dive into the classic version, a harmonious blend of succulent chicken, crisp vegetables, and savory sauce, or explore variations that cater to vegetarians, gluten-free enthusiasts, and those seeking a spicy kick. Discover the secret to creating the perfect chow mein noodles, whether you prefer them stir-fried until golden brown or steamed to maintain their delicate texture. Enhance your culinary skills with our detailed instructions and helpful tips, guiding you through each step of the cooking process to ensure a mouthwatering and authentic chow mein experience.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CHINESE CHOW MEIN
This easy Chinese Chow Mein recipe is made with noodles, vegetables, chicken, and a simple chow mein sauce!
Provided by Lauren Allen
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare noodles according to package instructions.
- In a small bowl whisk the sauce ingredients together: soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, ginger, sugar, and cornstarch
- Heat a large pan or wok on high heat. Add oil. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper and stir fry just until cooked through.
- Add cabbage, carrots, celery, and the whites of the chopped green onion and stir fry for just for 1-2 minutes or until cabbage has wilted.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the pasta and sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Add remaining green onion and fresh bean sprouts, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 kcal, Carbohydrate 78 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 907 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SALT AND PEPPER CHICKEN
Make the Chinese takeaway classic, salt and pepper chicken with this easy step-by-step recipe and video.
Provided by hintofhelen
Categories Take-Away Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Dice chicken into even pieces, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp salt, 1 tbsp Chinese five spice and1 tbsp black pepper
- Rub the spices into the chicken to evenly coat the chicken
- Set aside while you chop and prepare the vegetables
- Finely dice the onions, red pepper, green chilli and spring onions, and set aside
- Tip out 1 cup of cornflour onto a large, flat plate
- Add the marinated chicken to the plate of cornflour, and toss/move around with your hands until it is all evenly coated
- Do not let the coated batter sit too long before the next step or the moisture of the chicken will soak up the cornflour
- Heat 1 cup of oil in a large pan, until a little cornflour sprinkled in bubbles upon contact
- Add the coated chicken to the pan, and cook until the underside turns light brown
- Stir the chicken to brown the other side, and cook for a further 10 minutes; or until the chicken is cooked through and brown and crispy on the outside
- Remove the chicken from the oil using a slotted spoon, and set aside on a pice of kitchen roll to soak up a little oil.
- To the remaining oil, add the chopped onion and fry on medium heat until it becomes to turn brown
- Add the green chilli to the pan, and cook for 2 minutes further, stirring to ensure nothing is sticking to the pan
- Add the red pepper to the pan, cook for a further minute and stir,
- Add 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper and 1 tsp Chinese five spice and stir to coat the vegetables
- Add half of the chopped spring onions, stir and cook for a further minute
- Then add the cooked chicken to the pan of vegetables, stir to thoroughly coat the chicken in the vegetable mix, and cook for a further minute or so until the chicken is as brown as you prefer
- Remove from heat, top with the remaining, raw spring onions, and serve on a bed of rice
Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 25.5 grams fat, Fiber 4.5 grams fiber, Protein 50.4 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2.8 grams saturated fat, Sugar 4.5 grams sugar
EMERIL'S FALL RIVER CHOW MEIN
Steps:
- Place mushrooms in a small bowl and cover with the boiling water. Allow mushrooms to stand for 5 minutes, or until slightly softened. Remove mushrooms and reserve for another use. Reserve 1/3 cup of the mushroom-soaking liquid.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup of the onions and cook until slightly softened but not browned, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and celery salt and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add 2 1/2 cups of the beef broth and the reserved mushroom-soaking liquid and bring to a boil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup beef broth, cornstarch, gravy enhancer, and soy sauce. Add the cornstarch mixture and the corn syrup to the saucepan and return the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the gravy is slightly thickened. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- In a medium wok, heat the remaining vegetable oil over high heat. Add the remaining onions and the celery and cook until softened, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until chicken is heated through, about 2 minutes. Ladle 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the reduced gravy mixture into the chicken mixture, tossing to coat well, and remove from the heat. Place Fall River Chow Mein Noodles in the bottom of a dish and top with the chicken mixture. Ladle gravy over the chicken and noodles and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or pan with deep sides until it reaches 350 degrees F. Fry the strips of egg roll wrappers in the hot oil, 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until crispy and golden brown. Remove from the heat with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve with Emeril's Fall River Chow Mein.
CHICKEN CHOW MEIN
When we go out for Chinese food, my husband always orders chicken chow mein. I created this recipe using richer-flavored tamari sauce rather than soy. -Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, salt and ginger until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the mushrooms, celery, onion, pepper and carrot in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; stir-fry 1-2 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with chow mein noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 984mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, meat, and seafood will give your chow mein the best flavor. If you can, try to buy organic ingredients.
- Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil will help to tenderize it and give it more flavor.
- Cook the chicken over high heat: This will help to create a nice sear on the chicken and prevent it from becoming dry.
- Use a wok: A wok is the best pan for cooking chow mein because it allows you to cook the food quickly and evenly.
- Add the noodles last: This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
- Serve immediately: Chow mein is best served hot and fresh out of the wok.
Conclusion:
Salt and pepper chicken chow mein is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality chow mein that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give salt and pepper chicken chow mein a try!
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