Kolo Mee at Home: A Budget-Friendly Recipe!

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Whole wheat noodles add fiber and nutrients.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu offers a plant-based option.

pork

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey is lower in fat while beef is often cheaper.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce salt intake.

Boil egg noodles in salted water until al dente, about 4-5 minutes.

Drain noodles and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and shallots; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add sliced chicken and pork; cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cooked noodles, soy sauce, and sesame oil; mix well to combine.

Add black pepper and chili sauce to taste; stir until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Incorporate green vegetables and bean sprouts; cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped spring onions and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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