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Soy Sauce Pan Fried Noodles (Cantonese Chow Mein)

August 1, 2014 14 Comments

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Soy sauce pan – fried noodles or soy sauce chow mein is a famous Cantonese chow mein dish, enjoying a high popularity especially for breakfast time inside China.

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Well, this is one of my favorite Cantonese dishes in addition to shrimp dumpling, char Sui bao etc. In Chinese languages, this chow mein recipe is named as “豉油王炒麵”, which literally means pan-fried noodles with premium soy sauces. Usually Hong Kong style thin noodles are called as the main ingredient. And premium soy sauces are responsible for all flavors. If you love this kind of fried noodles, try beef chow fun, which rice noodles are called instead of egg noodles.

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Cantonese chow mein is slightly different from regular chow mein. The crucial step for successful Cantonese chow mein is to fry the noodles firstly in wok until slightly crispy and dry. This helps to remove extra water and make the noodles dry and aromatic (干香).

Cook’s Note

Cook the noodles shorter than the instruction listed on the bag. Depending on the size of the noodles you are using. If you using Cantonese style chow mein, cook the noodles for 1 minute and separate during boiling. 

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When cook the noodles in wok, use middle or middle to slow fire to avoid sticky. 

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When frying the onions, use high fire so there is only aroma but no water released.  But slow down the fire as long as the sauce is added. 

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Soy Sauce Pan Fried Noodles (Cantonese Chow Mein)
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 
Cantonese comfort dish--soy sauce fried nice also known as soy sauce chow mein.
Course: Breakfast, staple food
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: noodles, Pan Fry
Servings: 2
Calories: 335 kcal
Author: Elaine
Ingredients
  • 100 g dried egg noodles , thinner ones are better
  • 1 cup bean sprouts remove the roots , cut into sections
  • 6 blanched chives , cut into sections
  • 3 green onions , shredded
  • 2 tbsp. cooking oil
  • Roasted sesame seeds for garnish
Mixed Sauce
  • 1 tbsp. light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp. dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp. sesame oil
  • 1 tsp. water
Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boiling and cook the noodles for 1 minute. During the process, separate the noodles. Transfer the noodles out and drain.

  2. In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients of the sauce and set aside.
  3. Add around 1 tablespoon of oil in wok and slow down the fire, fry until the noodles becomes dry and crispy. However this is only optional if you want a real Cantonese flavor. You can skip this to make a regular chow mein recipe. Transfer the noodles out.

  4. Turn up the fire and add another tablespoon of oil, add onion and the white sections of green onions in.

  5. Place noodles back, add blanched chive, spring onions and drizzle the sauce. Mix well. Sprinkle some salt if necessary.

Nutrition Facts
Soy Sauce Pan Fried Noodles (Cantonese Chow Mein)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 335 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 42mg 14%
Sodium 1486mg 62%
Potassium 221mg 6%
Total Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 3g
Protein 10g 20%
Vitamin A 7.2%
Vitamin C 14.2%
Calcium 4.6%
Iron 10.6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    August 9, 2014 at 8:43 pm

    these noodles look seriously delicious.. definitely know what im making for dinner tonight! love it!

    Reply
    • Elaine Luo says

      August 10, 2014 at 10:06 am

      Thanks Thalia for the kind words.

      Reply
  2. [email protected] Well Floured Kitchen says

    August 12, 2014 at 11:58 am

    What a simple and delicious meal- pinned! Beautiful photos!

    Reply
    • Elaine Luo says

      August 12, 2014 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks Sherri. Yes, I love the simplicity too.

      Reply
  3. Zhou says

    August 18, 2014 at 12:56 am

    Wow, that’s really easy. I eat chow mein about once a week from my local street food vendor. I’ve watched and stolen his recipe so I can make it at home – but it is much more complicated than this recipe. I can wait to give this a try! So easy!

    Reply
    • Elaine Luo says

      August 18, 2014 at 2:03 am

      Yep, there are many chow mein noodles in China and this version with soy sauce is really easy, but comes out great. This dish is quite popular in Cantonese cuisine. Just go ahead and enjoy!

      Reply
  4. KP Kwan says

    April 30, 2015 at 10:25 am

    Like the simplicity and easy to follow instruction. Ingredients are easy to get anywhere.

    Reply
    • Elaine Luo says

      April 30, 2015 at 8:05 pm

      Thanks KP. Simple food is really so comforting in busy days.

      Reply
  5. Tilly says

    August 19, 2015 at 5:34 pm

    Hi Elaine, lovely recipes, can I ask, could I add chicken to this recipe ? would I marinade the chicken and cook it first then add to the chow mein at the end ?
    Thank you in advance

    Reply
    • Elaine says

      August 19, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      Hi Tilly,
      Sure, you can add chicken. Marinade it firstly and fry until almost down. And then mix with the chow mein at last. However do not let the liquid spoil the chow mein. Happy cooking ahead!

      Reply
  6. Maritza Griffiths says

    December 10, 2015 at 2:22 pm

    thank you,thank you, I love your recipe, I am peruvian american , and in peru we have the cantonese food and I think is the best chinese food , I love your recipes and I making each one, awsome !!

    Reply
  7. George Anakotta says

    October 30, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    a very perfect superior light soya sauce fried noodles i also cook similars like yours with added hoisin sauce and light soya mix. yummy.

    Reply
  8. Mike Turnbull says

    January 9, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    Your way of presenting these recipes should be a model for Pinterest. I really like the recipes and your direct clean way of presenting

    Reply
    • Elaine says

      January 9, 2017 at 2:22 pm

      Thanks Mike. English is not my first language. Basically I am just trying my best to get myself understood. Glad to hear such a comment from you.

      Reply

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