Homestyle Chinese Noodles

Ingredients

• 250g (8.8 oz) Chinese wheat noodles 250g (8.8 oz) Chinese wheat noodles
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 100g (3.5 oz) snow peas, trimmed 100g (3.5 oz) snow peas, trimmed
• 200g (7 oz) protein of choice (tofu, chicken, beef, or shrimp) 200g (7 oz) protein of choice (tofu, chicken, beef, or shrimp)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• Optional garnish: chopped green onions and sesame seeds Optional garnish: chopped green onions and sesame seeds

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 1.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 8g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the Chinese wheat noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a large wok or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. 3.
   Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. 4.
   Add the protein of choice to the wok and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from the wok and set aside.
5. 5.
   In the same wok, add the sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrot, and trimmed snow peas. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
6. 6.
   Return the cooked protein to the wok with the vegetables.
7. 7.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper.
8. 8.
   Pour the sauce over the noodles, vegetables, and protein in the wok. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
9. 9.
   Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
10. 10.
    Serve the Homestyle Chinese Noodles hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chinese wheat noodles — Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, but make sure to slightly undercook them as they will continue to cook when stir-fried with the other ingredients.
• Snow peas — Trim the ends of the snow peas before using them in the recipe to ensure a tender and crisp texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, marinate the protein of choice in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic before cooking.
• Customize the dish by adding other vegetables such as mushrooms, bok choy, or bean sprouts.
• Adjust the spice level by adding chili flakes or Sriracha sauce.
• To make the dish more substantial, serve it with a side of steamed rice or a fried egg on top.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water to prevent the noodles from drying out.

Serving advice

Serve the Homestyle Chinese Noodles hot as a main course. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added freshness and crunch.

Presentation advice

Present the Homestyle Chinese Noodles in a vibrant bowl or plate to showcase the colorful vegetables and noodles. Consider adding a sprinkle of sesame seeds or a drizzle of sesame oil on top for an extra touch of elegance.