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ChineseChicken Chow Mein
A stir-fried noodle classic with chicken and crisp vegetables. Tiers progress from store-cupboard sauce to a velveted, wok-charred version with fresh aromatics.
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Budget version
Chicken breast, frozen veg and dried noodles with a quick soy-based sauce.
Per serving£2.00
Total cost£4.00
Time22 min
Ingredients for 2
- 1 chicken breast , sliced
- 2 dried egg noodle nests
- 200 g frozen stir-fry vegetables
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- black pepper , to taste
Method
- Soak or boil the noodles according to the packet, then drain.
- Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the chicken until cooked through.
- Add the frozen vegetables and garlic granules and stir-fry for 4 minutes.
- Tip in the noodles and soy sauce and toss everything together for 2 minutes.
- Season with pepper and serve.
Equipment
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Chicken breast, frozen veg and dried noodles with a quick soy-based sauce.
Better
Marinated chicken thigh, fresh veg and beansprouts in an oyster and sesame sauce.
Ultimate
Velveted free-range chicken, hand-pulled wheat noodles and wok hei with Shaoxing wine and fresh ginger.
