Recipe: How To Make Bami, Spaghetti Surinamese Style | CWF

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, while spaghetti is a budget-friendly substitute.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Mushroom sauce offers a similar umami flavor without seafood.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu reduces cholesterol and is a plant-based protein.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

Boil egg noodles in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and sliced onion, sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in sliced carrots, cabbage, and bell pepper, cooking until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing to combine with vegetables.

Pour soy sauce and oyster sauce over the noodles, stirring well to coat evenly.

Add cooked chicken and shrimp, mixing thoroughly until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Fold in scallions and bean sprouts, cooking for an additional minute.

Remove from heat and squeeze lime juice over the dish before serving.

Serve hot with chili sauce on the side for added spice.

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