Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
400 g

egg noodles

cooked

2 unit

carrots

peeled and cut into matchsticks

1 unit

bell pepper

sliced

0.5 unit

green cabbage

shredded

3 cup

cut beans

French style

1 unit

onion

sliced

1 bunch

green onions

chopped

1 tbsp

red chili flakes

1 cup

chicken

shredded boiled

0.25 cup

sesame oil

4 tbsp

dark soy sauce

2 tbsp

vinegar

10 unit

garlic

1.5 unit

ginger

grated

1 tsp

cumin powder

2 tbsp

hot chili sauce

0.25 cup

ketchup

5 tbsp

white sesame seeds

Step 1
~4 min

Cook egg noodles in boiling water for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drain and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.

Step 2
~4 min

Combine dark soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, cumin powder, hot chili sauce, and ketchup in a food processor and blend into a paste.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat sesame oil in a wok. Add red chili flakes and cook for half a minute, then add sliced onions.

Step 4
~4 min

Cook onions on high heat until translucent. Add the sauce paste and salt.

Step 5
~4 min

Increase heat to high and add sliced bell pepper, carrots, and beans. Cook for 2 minutes, keeping the vegetables crunchy.

Step 6
~4 min

Add shredded boiled chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Add cooked noodles to the wok and stir to combine with the sauce, chicken, and vegetables. Add shredded cabbage.

Step 8
~4 min

Cook noodles on high heat, flipping frequently, for 3-4 minutes until the sauce is evenly distributed and the noodles are heated through.

Step 9
~4 min

Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and white sesame seeds and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high heat to achieve a wok hei (wok breath) flavor.

Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your preferred spice level.

Don't overcook the noodles, as they will become mushy when stir-fried.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot

Serve with a side of spring rolls

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Dumplings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India (Hakka Chinese)

Cultural Significance

A popular Indo-Chinese dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Dining

Popularity Score

70/100

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