Description
Savory garlic chicken lo mein delivers a quick Asian-inspired dinner packed with flavor and noodle perfection. Silky pasta twirls with tender chicken and crisp vegetables, promising a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
Sauces and Seasonings:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce for a sweeter taste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup snap peas or broccoli florets
Noodles and Garnish:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) lo mein noodles (or spaghetti noodles)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Cooking Oils:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot of water and bring to a rolling boil, then carefully add the lo mein noodles, cooking them until they reach a tender yet firm consistency according to the package guidelines.
- Once cooked, drain the noodles in a colander and immediately rinse with cold water to halt the cooking process, then gently toss with sesame oil to create a smooth, non-adhesive surface that prevents the noodles from clumping together.
- Ensure the noodles are evenly coated and set aside while preparing the remaining ingredients for the dish.
Notes
- Choose egg noodles or wheat-based lo mein for authentic texture, ensuring they’re fresh and not too soft.
- Rinse noodles immediately after cooking to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch for a perfect non-clumpy result.
- Toast sesame oil briefly before adding to enhance its nutty, rich flavor and prevent burning.
- Experiment with gluten-free noodle alternatives like rice noodles or zucchini spirals for dietary restrictions without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg