Chow mein | Vegetable & Chicken Chow mein Recipe by spoon of spices

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, while rice noodles are often less expensive.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Hoisin sauce provides a similar sweetness without shellfish.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner and tofu is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often more affordable.

Mix 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornflour, and 1 tablespoon black pepper in a bowl.

In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon oil.

Add egg noodles to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes until done.

Drain the noodles and set them aside.

In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil and add chicken; cook until done.

Add chopped vegetables to the pan and stir-fry on high flame.

Add 1 tablespoon chili sauce to the vegetables and mix well.

Combine the cooked noodles with the chicken and vegetables in the pan and stir everything together.

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