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Garlic Mushroom Chow Mein

Garlic Mushroom Chow Mein
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This easy Garlic Mushroom Chow Mein is a quick, flavorful stir-fry combining tender chow mein noodles, earthy mushrooms, and a savory garlicky sauce. Perfect for a vegetarian-friendly weeknight meal, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and easily customizable with your favorite veggies or proteins.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 200g pre-cooked or fresh chow mein egg noodles
  • 250g fresh button or cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (light cornstarch slurry)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the mushrooms thinly and mince the garlic cloves. Chop the green onions and any additional vegetables you’d like to add. If using fresh chow mein noodles, separate them to avoid clumping during cooking.
  2. Cook the Mushrooms: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until they turn golden brown and their moisture evaporates, enhancing the mushroom flavor.
  3. Add Garlic and Aromatics: Push the mushrooms to one side of the pan. Add the minced garlic and optional ginger to the empty space. Cook the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Then stir everything together.
  4. Toss in the Noodles: Add the chow mein noodles to the pan and gently toss to combine them with the mushrooms and garlic. Heat through for a couple of minutes, allowing the noodles to absorb the flavors.
  5. Create and Add the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry. Pour the sauce over the noodles and mushrooms, stirring well to coat evenly. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the noodles.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onions. Give everything a final toss and serve the chow mein hot for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Pat mushrooms dry before cooking to avoid sogginess and achieve caramelization.
  • Cook over high heat to sear mushrooms well and keep noodles from becoming mushy.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook mushrooms in batches if necessary for even browning.
  • Use fresh minced garlic for a brighter, more vibrant flavor.
  • Add noodles last and toss gently to prevent breakage.

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