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Desi Veg Chowmein Noodles

Cultural Context

Chowmein has roots in Chinese cuisine but has been adapted in India to suit local tastes, often featuring a medley of vegetables and spices. It's a popular street food and is commonly served at parties and gatherings. The Indian version is characterized by its vibrant flavors and the addition of ingredients like green chilies and spring onions, making it a beloved dish across the country.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 packet noodles (raw)
water for boiling
salt to taste
1 tbsp oil
1 tbsp garlic (chopped)
1 tbsp ginger (chopped)
1/4 cup spring onion bulbs (chopped)
2-3 green chillies (slit)
1 medium onion (sliced)
1/2 cup carrots (julienned)
1/2 cup capsicum (julienned)
1 cup cabbage (shredded)
boiled noodles/chowmein
1 tsp soy sauce
2 tsp green chilli paste (paste of 2-3 green chillies)
1 tbsp red chilli sauce
1 tbsp tomato ketchup
1 tsp vinegar
a pinch of white pepper powder
salt to taste
1 tsp sugar
1 tbsp spring onion greens for garnish

chowmein noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a lower-sodium alternative.

1

Set a wok filled with water for boiling, add salt to taste and bring to a roaring boil.

2

Add the raw noodles and once the noodles separate from each other, cook for only 2-3 minutes.

3

Strain it out from boiling water and quickly refresh them with cold water.

4

Drizzle oil and coat the noodles well to avoid them from sticking. Keep aside for later use.

5

Set a wok on high heat, add oil, chopped garlic, ginger, spring onion bulbs, slit green chillies, and sliced onions, sauté them for a minute.

6

Add capsicum, carrots, and cabbage and continue to sauté them on high flame for a minute, making sure you do not overcook the veggies; it's recommended to keep them crunchy.

7

Add the boiled noodles and mix well but gently.

8

Add soy sauce, green chilli paste, red chilli sauce, vinegar, tomato ketchup, salt, white pepper powder to taste, and sugar; toss well for a minute.

9

Finally finish it with some chopped spring onion greens and toss well for one last time.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

wok

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

ChowmeinVeg Chowmein

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