May 5, 2025 Guyanese Chicken Chow Mein Recipe | Easy & Flavorful Caribbean Style

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake without sacrificing flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is a plant-based protein option, while canned chicken is often more affordable.

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles provide more fiber, while spaghetti is a common, inexpensive substitute.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is usually less expensive.

Cook chow mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.

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

Add sliced chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside; keep warm.

In the same skillet, add sliced onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Add carrots and cabbage; stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables; toss to combine.

Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin sauce over the noodles; stir well to coat evenly.

Return cooked chicken to the skillet; mix everything together until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Add scallions and hot pepper; toss gently to combine and heat for another minute.

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