Chow Mein Sandwich

Ingredients

• 200g (7 oz) chow mein noodles 200g (7 oz) chow mein noodles
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 200g (7 oz) chicken or beef, thinly sliced 200g (7 oz) chicken or beef, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 sandwich buns 4 sandwich buns

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 6g
• Protein: 22g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. 3.
   Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
4. 4.
   Add the chicken or beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
6. 6.
   Pour the sauce over the chicken or beef and vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
7. 7.
   Add the cooked chow mein noodles to the skillet and toss until they are well coated with the sauce.
8. 8.
   Toast the sandwich buns lightly.
9. 9.
   Divide the chow mein mixture evenly among the sandwich buns.
10. 10.
    Serve the Chow Mein Sandwiches warm and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chow Mein Noodles — Make sure to cook the noodles according to the package instructions to achieve the desired texture. Overcooking can result in mushy noodles.
• Soy Sauce — Use low-sodium soy sauce if you prefer to reduce the overall sodium content of the dish.
• Oyster Sauce — If you have a shellfish allergy, you can substitute oyster sauce with vegetarian oyster sauce, which is made from mushrooms.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra crunch, you can lightly toast the chow mein noodles in the oven before adding them to the sandwich.
• Customize the filling by adding your favorite vegetables such as mushrooms, bean sprouts, or carrots.
• For a spicier kick, add a dash of sriracha or chili sauce to the filling.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can substitute the chicken or beef with tofu or tempeh.
• Serve the Chow Mein Sandwich with a side of sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping.

Serving advice

Serve the Chow Mein Sandwiches warm, accompanied by a side of sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping. Pair it with a refreshing Asian-inspired slaw or a simple green salad to complete the meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the sandwiches with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions. Serve them open-faced to showcase the colorful filling and crispy noodles.