Crispy Noodle Chow Mein Vegetables (Print View)
Golden noodles topped with vibrant vegetables in savory sauce
# What You'll Need:
→ Noodles
01 - 7 oz dried chow mein noodles
02 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
05 - 3.5 oz snow peas, trimmed
06 - 3.5 oz shiitake or button mushrooms, sliced
07 - 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 cup bean sprouts
09 - 2 spring onions, sliced
→ Sauce
10 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon vegetarian oyster sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
14 - 1 teaspoon sugar
15 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
16 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
17 - 2 tablespoons water
18 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch
→ Garnish
19 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
20 - Fresh coriander leaves
# Method:
01 - Cook chow mein noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold running water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Spread cooked noodles in an even layer. Fry undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until bottom becomes golden and crispy. Flip carefully and crisp opposite side for 2–3 minutes. Transfer to a plate and reserve.
03 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl until cornstarch dissolves completely. Set aside.
04 - Wipe skillet clean. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over high heat. Add onions and carrots; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and snow peas; stir-fry 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and vibrant.
05 - Pour sauce over vegetables. Stir constantly for 1 minute as sauce thickens and coats vegetables. Add bean sprouts and half the spring onions. Toss to combine thoroughly.
06 - Arrange crispy noodles on serving platter. Mound stir-fried vegetables and sauce over noodles. Garnish with remaining spring onions, sesame seeds, and coriander. Serve immediately while noodles remain crispy.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- The combination of golden crispy noodles and tender vegetables creates that perfect texture contrast everyone craves
- It comes together in 40 minutes flat, making it ideal for those nights when takeout feels too far away
02 -
- Do not overcrowd the pan when crisping the noodles or they will steam instead of fry
- The sauce thickens fast so have everything ready before you add it to the vegetables
03 -
- Rinse cooked noodles thoroughly with cold water to remove starch and prevent sticking
- Let your skillet get properly hot before adding vegetables so they get a nice sear