Spicy Hoisin Chicken Noodle Stir-Fry: Quick & Flavourful Weeknight Meal

hoisin sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sugar hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Low-sugar hoisin reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein option that is often cheaper.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while spaghetti is a budget-friendly alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and provides a neutral flavor.

Thin slice the red pepper, dice the red onion, cut the spring onions into larger pieces, and thinly slice the garlic cloves.

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized strips.

Heat the olive oil in a wok over medium-high heat, introduce the chicken and begin the stir-fry.

Fry the chicken over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes until it loses its raw pink hue, then reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes.

Add the diced red onion and allow it to soften alongside the chicken for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the sliced garlic and red pepper, then season with soy sauce, sea salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.

Allow the chicken and aromatics to meld for a minute or two, then incorporate the spring onions, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots.

Combine the hoisin sauce with the chicken and vegetables, allowing it to coat everything. Continue to cook for 4-5 minutes.

Add the fresh noodles and half of the chopped chives. If necessary, add half a cup of water to ensure moisture for the noodles. Cover the wok and allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Garnish with remaining chives and spring onion greens, and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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