This House Special Chow Mein is a vibrant, restaurant-style dish that delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The foundation consists of chow mein noodles that are stir-fried until crisp and golden brown, providing a satisfying crunch. These are tossed with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, including bean sprouts, bok choy, carrots, and celery, which retain their crisp-tender bite. The dish is elevated with a mix of proteins: succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and smoky Chinese BBQ pork. Everything is brought together in a savory, slightly sweet sauce made from chicken broth, oyster sauce, and a hint of MSG for that authentic umami depth. It’s an excellent choice for family dinners or potlucks, offering a hearty and flavorful meal that captures the essence of classic Chinese-American cuisine.
Golden Crown Restaurant House Special Chow Me
Description
This House Special Chow Mein is a vibrant, restaurant-style dish that delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The foundation consists of chow mein noodles that are stir-fried until crisp and golden brown, providing a satisfying crunch. These are tossed with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, including bean sprouts, bok choy, carrots, and celery, which retain their crisp-tender bite. The dish is elevated with a mix of proteins: succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and smoky Chinese BBQ pork. Everything is brought together in a savory, slightly sweet sauce made from chicken broth, oyster sauce, and a hint of MSG for that authentic umami depth. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for family dinners or potlucks, offering a hearty and flavorful meal that captures the essence of classic Chinese-American cuisine.Ingredients
Directions
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Boil chow mein noodles according to package directions until just tender, then drain well.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
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Add the drained noodles and stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes, or until crisp and light brown.
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Remove the crispy noodles from the wok and set aside on a plate.
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Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and minced garlic to the wok; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add bean sprouts, bok choy, carrot, green pepper, celery, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and onion.
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Stir-fry the vegetables over high heat for several minutes until crisp-tender.
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Add the shrimp, chopped chicken, and slivered Chinese BBQ pork to the wok.
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Continue stir-frying for several minutes until the proteins are cooked through.
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Pour in the chicken broth and cover the wok with a lid.
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Cook with the lid on for 3 to 4 minutes to steam the ingredients slightly.
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In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with a few tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.
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Stir in oyster sauce, sugar, MSG (if using), and salt into the cornstarch mixture.
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Add the prepared sauce mixture and the reserved crispy noodles back into the wok.
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Toss everything together and cook for about 1 minute, just until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.
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Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 506.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 23.6g37%
- Saturated Fat 4.1g21%
- Cholesterol 78.8mg27%
- Sodium 2115.0mg89%
- Total Carbohydrate 61.1g21%
- Dietary Fiber 4.1g17%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 20.6g42%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
