Chow-Mein Style Macaroni

This Chow-Mein Style Macaroni is a delicious Indo-fusion inspired by the classic Chow Mein recipe. It gets ready in just 15 minutes.

Recipe Source Link:https://www.mygingergarlickitchen.com/chow-mein-style-macaroni/

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Chow-Mein Style Macaroni

• 3 cups macaroni
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp ginger, minced
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup carrot, julienned
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (as needed)
• Red pepper flakes for garnish
• Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» How to Make Chow Mein Style Macaroni:

1. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil or vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced ginger and minced garlic, sauté for a few seconds. Next, add sliced onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
2. Add thinly sliced zucchini, carrot juliennes, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. You can also add other vegetables like red bell pepper, green bell peppers, beans, edamame, or broccoli. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften. Then add soy sauce, ground black pepper, hot sauce, and tomato ketchup and toss well to combine. Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and toss everything together until the macaroni is well coated with the sauce and the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. At this point, you can taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more soy sauce or spices to suit your taste.
3. Garnish with chopped red pepper flakes and sesame seeds if desired. Serve your delicious Chow Mein Style Macaroni hot and enjoy!

RECIPE NOTES

1. Always prepare the vegetables in advance. Like, cut, julienne, mince, or shred the veggies. This prep can speed up the cooking process.
2. Boil the macaroni until they are al dente, as they will continue to cook when stir-fried. Also, remember to rinse them with cold running water to remove excess starch and prevent them from sticking.
3. When making Indo-Chinese dishes, always use high heat for stir-frying vegetables. The high heat gives it that desirable smoky flavor and crunch.
4. You can also replace minced ginger and minced garlic with ginger-garlic paste.