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Cantonese Chow Mein Recipe

Crispy Homemade Cantonese Chow Mein Recipe in 15 Minutes

Enjoy a delightful Cantonese Chow Mein recipe that brings restaurant flavors to your kitchen in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cantonese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 250 grams Egg Noodles Fresh chow mein noodles are ideal.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Regular Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Use mushroom sauce for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Fish Sauce Can be substituted with additional soy sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Only a pinch is needed.
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Oil Can be replaced with canola or peanut oil.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion White onions are a suitable substitute.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Both the white and green parts.
For the Crunch
  • 100 grams Bean Sprouts Shredded carrots or bell peppers work in a pinch.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil A key ingredient for authentic flavor.

Equipment

  • large wok
  • Colander
  • medium-sized bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the egg noodles and soak for 30 seconds to 1 minute until softened. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: Combine dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and a splash of water in a bowl. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Sauté the Onions: Heat corn oil in a wok over medium heat. Add yellow onion and white parts of green onions. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Fry the Noodles: Add another tablespoon of corn oil to the wok. Spread drained noodles in an even layer. Fry for about 2 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. Combine the Ingredients: Add the sautéed onions back to the wok with green onion tops and bean sprouts. Pour in the sauce and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until noodles are coated.
  6. Finishing Touches: Drizzle with sesame oil and toss well. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure noodles are drained thoroughly before frying to prevent sogginess. Preheat oil properly for best frying results and use a skillet to reheat leftovers for optimal texture.

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