HOW TO MAKE GUYANESE CHINESE CHOWMEIN | KAIETEUR COOKS

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while maintaining flavor.

chow mein noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles provide more fiber, while spaghetti is more accessible.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while chicken thighs are less expensive than breasts.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a pot.

Add half an onion and fry for 1-2 minutes.

Add par boiled chicken and continue frying for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes brown.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and MSG; mix in and fry until browned.

Add egg noodles and mix everything together for 3-4 minutes.

Add bean sprouts and continue mixing.

Add dark soy sauce, ensuring the noodles are covered, and stir well.

Remove the pan from heat and add shallow or spring onions; mix in.

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