Higher Protein Chicken Lo Mein
A lighter lo mein with more protein and vegetables.
I reduced the amount of noodles and increased the amount of chicken & vegetables to make a higher protein version compared to takeout style lo mein.
Ethan Chlebowski
Ingredients
The noodles
- lo mein noodles150 g~1/3 lb
- neutral oilas neededfor stir frying
The chicken
- chicken breasts, thinly sliced300 g~2/3 lb
- light soy saucea splash10 g
- chicken bouillona sprinkle3 g
- sesame oila drizzle3 g
- shaoxing winea splash10 g
The sauce
- light soy sauce25 g
- oyster sauce15 g
- sugar10 g
- chicken bouillon5 g
- watera splash
The aromatics + vegetables
- garlic, minced2 cloves
- fresh ginger, minced1” knob
- chinese broccoli, chopped1/2 bunch
- yellow squash, sliced1/2
- bell peppers, sliced1/2
- red onions, sliced1/2
- bean sproutsa handful
Method
Step 1: Boil the noodles & slice the chicken
Bring a pot of water to a and cook the noodles to the lower end of the package instructions.
- You want them slightly underdone since they’ll finish cooking in the sauce.
Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, slice the chicken breast into thin, bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Marinate the chicken
Add the chicken to a bowl with light soy sauce, chicken bouillon, sesame oil, and Shaoxing cooking wine.
Mix until evenly coated.
Step 3: Mix the sauce
Combine light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, chicken bouillon, and a splash of water and mix until everything is dissolved. Set aside.
Step 4: Sear the chicken
Heat oil in a wok or pan over high heat.
Add the chicken and or until lightly browned and just cooked through.
Remove and set aside.
Step 5: Stir-fry the vegetables
Add a bit more oil if needed, then add garlic and ginger to for a few seconds until fragrant.
Add Chinese broccoli, squash, bell pepper, and onion to until lightly softened. If needed, do this in small batches to not overcrowd the pan.
Step 6: Combine & toss the noodles
Add noodles and sauce. Toss until glossy and evenly coated.
Return the chicken and mix to combine.
- Add bean sprouts at the end to keep them fresh and crisp.
Enjoy.
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