How to make Simple Stir-Fry Noodles

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tempeh is higher in protein, while chicken is often more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce sodium intake.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: hoisin sauce

Mushroom sauce is a vegetarian alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more budget-friendly.

Preheat a frying pan until warm.

Add sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and hot chili mix to the pan.

Add sliced carrot, onion, bok choy, and mushroom; stir-fry for a few minutes until softened.

Add leftover cooked shrimp and chicken to the pan; stir-fry together with the vegetables.

Add black pepper to taste.

Use rice noodles; if they seem dry, add a couple ounces of water to soften them.

Mix soy sauce and oyster sauce that were prepared from last time; ensure the food is hot before adding the sauces.

Add the mixed soy sauce and oyster sauce to the pan; stir-fry until everything is evenly coated and heated through.

Taste the noodles to ensure they are not overcooked and are soft; adjust seasoning if necessary.

Turn off the heat and serve the stir-fried noodles.

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