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Chicken Chow Mein

Cultural Context

Chicken Chow Mein is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, known for its combination of stir-fried noodles, vegetables, and protein. It has roots in the Cantonese style of cooking and has been adapted in various cultures, especially in Western countries, where it is often served in Chinese restaurants. The dish reflects the versatility of Chinese cooking, allowing for a variety of ingredients based on availability and preference.

ChineseCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
10 oz Chicken Breast
1 Egg White
1 Teaspoon White Pepper
3 Tablespoons Chinese Cooking Wine
1 1/2 Tablespoons Corn Starch
1 Tablespoon Crushed Garlic
2 Tablespoons Cooking Oil
1 Teaspoon Sesame Seed Oil
3 Thin Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms
1 Thin Sliced Stalk Celery
1 Cup Beans Sprouts
1/4 Cup Thin Sliced Green Onions
2 Teaspoons Soy Sauce
1 Teaspoon Black Soy Sauce
1 Julianed Carrot
1/4 Cup Chicken Stock
10 oz Fresh Chinese Chow Mein Noodles

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians; chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Whole grain noodles offer more fiber; rice noodles can be less expensive.

1

Wash and clean all vegetables for the recipe.

2

On a cutting board, thin slice 10 oz Chicken Breast and set aside.

3

Prepare the chicken by adding 1 Egg White, 1 Teaspoon White Pepper, 3 Tablespoons Chinese Cooking Wine, and 1 1/2 Tablespoons of Corn Starch to a bowl. Marinate the chicken for ½ hour until almost room temperature.

4

Turn the stove on high heat and place 2 Tablespoons Cooking Oil and 1 Tablespoon Crushed Garlic in a wok.

5

Add the marinated chicken and stir fry in the seasoned oil.

6

Add 1/4 cup Chicken Stock, 3 Thin Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms, 1 Julianed Carrot, 1 Thin Sliced Stalk Celery, and 1 Teaspoon Sesame Seed Oil and stir fry.

7

Add 2 Teaspoons Soy Sauce, 1/4 Cup Thin Sliced Green Onions, and 1 Teaspoon Black Soy Sauce.

8

Finish by adding and stir frying 10 oz Fresh Chinese Chow Mein Noodles.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fried

Equipment Needed

wok

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Chow MeinStir-Fried Noodles

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