How to Make Restaurant Style Chow Mein at Home

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Break noodles in two and place in boiling water with 1/4 tsp salt.

   Cook on high until 90% done.
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   Step 2: Rinse noodles under cold water and drain..

   , Add 1/4 cup oil and, with the help of a fork, toss until noodles are coated.
   
   This will insure your chow mein remains non-sticky. , It's important to not forget to cover bowl with a lid or plastic wrap or it may freeze through.
   
   At this time we only want it cold not frozen. , Add chicken and brown on all sides for a minute or two.
   
   You don't need to cook the chicken all the way through at this point.
   
   Then add the remaining veggies. , Stir the vegetables and chicken until coated. ,,, Add remaining 2 tsp oil, soya sauce, red chilli sauce, tomato sauce, salt, white vinegar, ajinomoto (MSG), and black pepper powder to taste and stir until incorporated throughout. , Continue to stir-fry for 3-5 about minutes or until chicken is cooked through, veggies are hot but still crispy and noodles are al denté. , Your Chicken Chow Mein is ready to serve.
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   Step 3: Transfer to a big bowl.

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   Step 4: Cover the bowl tightly and place in freezer for 30-40 minutes..

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   Step 5: Place a large non-stick skillet or wok on high heat.

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   Step 6: Pour in 2 tsp oil.

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   Step 7: Sprinkle in 1/4 tsp salt.

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   Step 8: Reduce flame to medium and continue to stir for another minute or two.

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   Step 9: Remove noodles from freezer and add them to the pan.

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    Step 10: Increase the flame to high.

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    Step 11: Finished.

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