Follow these steps for perfect results
chicken breasts
cut in bite size pieces
soy sauce
five spice powder
bell pepper
sliced thinly
napa cabbage
sliced
spinach leaves
sliced
baby corn
halved
noodles chinese instant
water
chili sauce guilin
soy bean paste
potato starch
beni shoga
for garnish
Soak the Chinese instant noodles in hot water until cooked through.
Rinse the noodles with cold water and drain well.
Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
In a bowl, marinate the chicken pieces in soy sauce for about 30 minutes.
Sprinkle the marinated chicken with five spice powder and mix thoroughly to coat evenly.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
Fry the five-spiced chicken until cooked through and slightly browned. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
Add another 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok.
Stir-fry the sliced bell pepper and halved baby corn for about 4 minutes, until slightly softened. Remove from the wok and set aside.
Add the sliced napa cabbage and spinach to the wok and stir-fry for about 2 minutes, until wilted. Remove from the wok and set aside.
Reheat the cooked noodles in the wok.
Add the stir-fried vegetables and chicken to the noodles in the wok.
Mix all the ingredients well, ensuring even distribution.
In a separate small bowl, mix the Guilin chili sauce, soy bean paste, water, and potato starch to create a sauce slurry.
Pour the sauce slurry into the wok with the noodles, vegetables, and chicken.
Stir-fry for 3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients evenly.
Serve the Five Spice Chicken Noodles hot, garnished with beni shoga (red pickled ginger).
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of chili sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.
For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water in the sauce.
Add other vegetables like mushrooms or bok choy.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Chicken can be marinated in advance.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with beni shoga and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Serve hot as a main course.
Pairs well with spicy dishes
Light and refreshing
Discover the story behind this recipe
Common street food and home-cooked meal.
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