Chow Mein Noodles Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 ounces chow mein noodles
• 1 1/2 tbsp peanut oil ((or other neutral cooking oil))
• 2 ribs celery, (chopped)
• 3 green onions (white parts chopped into 1-inch pieces, green parts chopped 1/4-inch*)
• 2 cloves garlic, (finely chopped (don’t mince or mash))
• 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
• 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage ((I use my mandoline))
• 2 carrots, ( cut into matchsticks)
• 1 1/2 cups bean sprouts
• 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 1/2 tbsp mirin/rice wine
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• 1-2 teaspoons Asian chili sauce ((like sambal oelek or sriracha))
• 1/4 tsp EACH five spice powder, pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Sauce: Mix the sauce ingredients together; set aside.

2. 2

   Prepare noodles: Cook noodles according to package instructions then drain, and toss with 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a braiser, large fry pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the celery and WHITE parts of the green onions and sauté for 1 minute. Add the garlic and ginger and stir fry for 10-15 seconds.

4. 4

   Stir fry vegetables: Add the cabbage and carrots and stir fry for 1-2 minutes, until the cabbage is mostly wilted.

5. 5

   Add noodles: Add the noodles and sauce and stir fry for one minute by tossing the noodles with tongs.

6. 6

   Add sprouts: Add the bean sprouts and the chopped tops of the green onions and toss to combine.

7. 7

   Serve: Remove from heat and transfer to bowls. Garnish with additional green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.