Vegetarian Chow Mein
Stir-fried chow mein noodles with crisp vegetables and a savory mushroom-soy sauce.
Instructions
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Step 1
Whisk the soy sauce, mushroom stir-fry sauce, vegetable broth, sesame oil, cornstarch, sugar, and white pepper until smooth. Set the sauce aside.
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Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to the package directions until just tender.
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Step 3
Drain the noodles, rinse briefly under cold water, and shake off as much water as possible.
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Step 4
Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) of the vegetable oil in the wok over high heat. Add the drained noodles and stir-fry until lightly browned in places, then transfer them to the colander.
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Step 5
Return the wok to high heat and add the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil. Add the garlic, ginger, and white parts of the scallions, then stir-fry until fragrant.
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Step 6
Add the carrot and bell pepper. Stir-fry over high heat until slightly softened but still crisp.
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Step 7
Add the cabbage and stir-fry until it begins to wilt.
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Step 8
Add the bean sprouts and green parts of the scallions. Stir-fry until the sprouts are steaming and slightly softened.
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Step 9
Stir the prepared sauce, then add it to the wok with the browned noodles. Toss over high heat until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the noodles and vegetables.
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Step 10
Remove the chow mein from the heat and serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Rinse the bean sprouts well and cook them until steaming. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and reheat them to 74°C before serving.
Risk factors
- Hot oil and steam can cause burns.
- Raw bean sprouts may carry harmful microorganisms.
- Cooked noodles and vegetables require prompt refrigeration.