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Close up of curly wheat noodles with seared edges and a dark savory sauce glaze in a black skillet. (Homemade Chow Mein Recipe)

Homemade Chow Mein Recipe: Better-Than-Takeout Stir-Fried Noodles

This Homemade Chow Mein Recipe features thin wheat noodles tossed in a dark savory sauce with julienned carrots and cabbage. Achieve professional results with crispy seared edges in a black skillet in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Thin Curly Wheat Noodles 225g; fresh or dried
  • 1 cup Carrots 125g; julienned orange carrots
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage 150g; thinly sliced strips
  • 5 stalks Green Onions Cut into 2-inch segments
  • 2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce 30ml
  • 1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce 15ml; for dark amber color
  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce 15ml; or vegetarian stir-fry sauce
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil 5ml; toasted

Equipment

  • 1 Black Skillet or Wok Cast iron preferred for heat retention.
  • 1 Chef's Knife For julienning vegetables.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil dried noodles 1 minute less than package directions. If using fresh, rinse under cold water. Pat completely dry.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar until combined.
  3. Heat oil in a black skillet over high heat. Stir-fry julienned carrots and cabbage for 90 seconds until vibrant.
  4. Add noodles to the skillet. Let sit for 60 seconds to create seared noodle bits. Pour sauce over, add green onions, and toss for 1 minute until glazed and glossy.

Notes

Always use a high-smoke point oil like peanut or canola.
Patting noodles dry is essential for the crispy texture.