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Chow Mein vs. Hong Kong Chow Mein

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Discover the subtle differences between Chow Mein and Hong Kong Chow Mein, two popular Chinese noodle dishes that bring amazing flavors and textures.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Egg noodles
  • Bean sprouts
  • Onions
  • Celery
  • Chicken, shrimp, or tofu (protein)
  • Soy sauce
  • Oyster sauce
  • Vegetables (bok choy, carrots, mushrooms)

Instructions

  1. Boil egg noodles until tender.
  2. Stir-fry the noodles with fresh vegetables and protein in a hot wok.
  3. For Hong Kong Chow Mein, pan-fry par-cooked noodles in oil until crispy.
  4. Prepare the sauce by mixing soy and oyster sauce.
  5. Pour the stir-fried ingredients over the crispy noodle base for Hong Kong Chow Mein.

Notes

For a healthier version, consider using less oil and adding more vegetables.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 974mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg