Cook with Me Quick & Easy Chow Mein (Bami Goreng) Recipe at Home

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, while spaghetti is often cheaper.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner, and canned tuna is more affordable.

sweet soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: regular soy sauce

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces salt intake.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Tempeh is a protein source, while cottage cheese is often cheaper.

Boil water in a pot for the noodles.

Use regular spaghetti noodles instead of egg noodles; add enough for lunch.

Cook the noodles for about 9 to 11 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Chop the ends off the carrot and peel it to make thin strips.

Cut the cabbage into thin strips to match the carrot.

Use pre-chopped onions from the previous night; no need to chop more.

Smash and chop fresh garlic cloves until fine.

Heat coconut oil in a wok over medium heat.

Add half an onion to the wok and cook until translucent.

Add chopped carrot, cabbage, and garlic to the wok; season with salt and pepper.

Stir-fry the vegetables until they start to soften.

Add about 2 tablespoons of dark brown sugar to the vegetables.

Add soy sauce to the wok; start with a little and adjust to taste.

Once the noodles are done, drain them and add them to the wok with the vegetables.

Mix everything together until the noodles are coated in the sauce.

Taste and adjust seasoning or add more soy sauce or hot sauce if desired.

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