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Ingredients
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Noodles
Vegetables
Sauce
Optional Toppings
Method
Cooking Noodles
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Chow Mein Noodles
Once the water is boiling, add 1 pound of chow mein noodles and cook for about 3-5 minutes or until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain Noodles
Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Stir-Frying Vegetables
- 4
Prepare Vegetables
While the noodles are cooking, prepare the vegetables by julienning the carrots, slicing the bell pepper, shredding the cabbage, and chopping the green onions.
- 5
- 6
Stir-Fry Vegetables
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the prepared vegetables (carrots, bell pepper, cabbage, and green onions) and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still crisp.
Making Sauce and Combining
- 7
Prepare Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.
- 8
Combine Noodles and Sauce
Add the drained chow mein noodles to the stir-fried vegetables, then pour the sauce over the mixture. Toss everything together to ensure the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
Serving
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with sesame seeds and chili flakes to taste. Serve warm and enjoy!
