This Cantonese chow mein features crispy pan fried noodles tossed in a savory, salty, sweet, and umami stir fry sauce! It's a quick 20-minute recipe that is always satisfying and delicious. Pair it with your favorite protein or vegetables for an easy and flavorful lunch or dinner any day of the week!
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Instructions
Make the sauce in a small mixing bowl by whisking together 2 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoon dark soy sauce, 2 teaspoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Set aside.
Boil the 15 oz chow mein noodles as directed on the package (about 10 minutes). Once cooked, drain them and set aside.
Add 2 tablespoon cooking oil to a large wok or frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering hot, add the cooked chow mein noodles and let them fry until golden and crispy on the bottom.
Flip the noodles over, adding more oil if needed, and fry the opposite side until golden and crispy. You can press down on the noodles gently with a spatula if needed.
Add 8 oz mung bean sprouts, 3 stalks green onion, and the optional 2 bunches baby bok choy and stir fry for another 30 seconds to 1 minute or until the veggies are cooked to your liking.
Add your prepared sauce to the pan and toss until all the noodles are evenly coated, then remove from heat. Garnish with 2 teaspoon sesame seeds if desired, and serve right away.
Notes
Cantonese chow mein calls for regular soy sauce for its salty flavor in addition to dark soy sauce which provides color and a bit of sweetness. The combination of the two gives the sauce its signature balance of flavors!
You can add any of your favorite stir-fry vegetables to this chow mein. Bell peppers, shredded carrots, zucchini, and mushrooms would all be delicious!
Give your chow mein a zesty kick by adding some red chili paste or chili oil to the stir-fry sauce.
To store: Store any leftover Chow Mein in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat: Reheat your leftovers in a pan over medium heat, stirring frequently until warmed through. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave.