Crispy Noodle Chow Mein Vegetables (Print)
Golden crispy noodles paired with vibrant vegetables in savory sauce
# Ingredient List:
→ Noodles
01 - 7 oz dried chow mein noodles
02 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
05 - 3.5 oz snow peas, trimmed
06 - 3.5 oz shiitake or button mushrooms, sliced
07 - 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 cup bean sprouts
09 - 2 spring onions, sliced
→ Sauce
10 - 3 tbsp soy sauce
11 - 1 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce
12 - 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
13 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
14 - 1 tsp sugar
15 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
16 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
17 - 2 tbsp water
18 - 1 tsp cornstarch
→ Garnish
19 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
20 - Fresh coriander leaves
# How-To Steps:
01 - Cook the chow mein noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Spread cooked noodles in an even layer. Fry undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until bottom becomes golden and crispy. Flip carefully and crisp opposite side for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to plate and reserve.
03 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch in small bowl until cornstarch dissolves completely. Set aside.
04 - Wipe skillet clean. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over high heat. Add onions and carrots, stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and snow peas, stir-fry 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and vibrant.
05 - Pour sauce mixture over vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats vegetables. Add bean sprouts and half the spring onions, toss to combine.
06 - Arrange crispy noodles on serving platter. Top with stir-fried vegetables and sauce. Garnish with remaining spring onions, sesame seeds, and coriander. Serve immediately while noodles remain crispy.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The contrast between golden crunchy noodles and tender crisp vegetables creates pure magic in every bite
- Ready in under 45 minutes but tastes like it came from your favorite restaurant
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- Getting the noodles truly crispy requires patience and letting them fry undisturbed
- The sauce will continue thickening off the heat so remove slightly earlier than you think
03 -
- Cook noodles slightly less than package directions since they will cook again when fried
- Keep vegetables moving in the wok to maintain their bright colors and crisp texture