Guyanese Chicken Chowmein || Episode 47

chow mein noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, while spaghetti is often more accessible.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while thighs are more economical than breasts.

Boil chow mein noodles with salt, soy sauce, and sesame oil; drain and coat with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Heat a pot on high heat and add olive oil.

Add hot pepper, garlic, ginger, and culantro to the oil to infuse flavors; stir until aromatic.

Add chopped chicken and brown for 5-10 minutes, allowing juices to evaporate for proper browning.

Deglaze the pot with soy sauce to lift brown bits for flavor.

Add sliced onions and bell peppers; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, keeping veggies crunchy.

Add half of the cabbage and stir; reserve the other half for later.

Add remaining bell peppers, shredded carrots, and scallions; season with all-purpose seasoning and black pepper, frying for 1 minute.

Add chow mein noodles to the pot, ensuring they are well incorporated with the veggies and seasonings; taste for salt and adjust if necessary.

Add sesame oil at the end of cooking for flavor; stir to combine.

Top with remaining cabbage for freshness and crunch before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary