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Cantonese Chow Mein

Crispy Cantonese Chow Mein in Under 15 Minutes!

Enjoy this quick and delicious Cantonese Chow Mein that's ready in under 15 minutes, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cantonese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 200 grams Chow Mein Egg Noodles Hong Kong-style noodles work best.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Substitute with shallots for a milder flavor.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Use both white and green parts; chives are a suitable alternative.
  • 100 grams Bean Sprouts Can substitute with shredded carrots or bell peppers.
For Cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Corn Oil Can be swapped with vegetable or canola oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Use sparingly for flavor enhancement.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce Opt for regular soy sauce for a lighter touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Regular Soy Sauce Tamari is a great gluten-free replacement.
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Switch to mushroom sauce for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Fish Sauce Omit for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Any sweetener can be used as a replacement.
  • 3 tablespoons Water Adjust to sauce consistency.

Equipment

  • wok
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Cantonese Chow Mein
  1. Prepare Noodles: Boil water in a large pot, add the chow mein egg noodles, soak for 30 seconds, drain, and let steam for 1 minute.
  2. Make Sauce: Combine dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, granulated sugar, and water in a mixing bowl. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
  3. Cook Aromatics: Heat corn oil in a wok, sauté onions and green onions for about 1 minute until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Pan-Fry Noodles: Add more corn oil and spread soaked noodles in the hot oil, cooking without stirring for 2 minutes, then flip and cook another 2 minutes.
  5. Combine: Reduce heat to medium, add aromatics and bean sprouts to noodles, pour sauce over, and toss for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve: Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, toss to combine, and plate immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best results, always let the oil heat properly before adding the noodles to achieve the desired crispiness.

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