Here’s a simple Indian-style Vegetable Chowmein recipe that you can easily make at home.
Ingredients:
1. 200g noodles (Hakka or any wheat noodles)
2. 2 tbsp oil
3. 1 tbsp garlic (finely chopped)
4. 1 tbsp ginger (finely chopped)
5. 1 green chili (finely chopped) (optional)
6. 1 small onion (sliced)
7. ½ cup cabbage (shredded)
8. ½ cup capsicum (sliced)
9. ½ cup carrot (julienned)
10. ½ cup spring onions (chopped)
11. 2 tbsp soy sauce
12. 1 tbsp vinegar
13. 1 tbsp red chili sauce (optional)
14. 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
15. ½ tsp black pepper powder
16. Salt to taste
17. Water (for boiling noodles)
Instructions:
Boil the Noodles:
Heat water in a pan, add some salt, and bring it to a boil.
Add the noodles and cook until they are 80% done (as per package instructions).
Drain and rinse under cold water. Toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.
Prepare the Stir-fry:
Heat oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.
Add chopped garlic, ginger, and green chili. Stir-fry for a few seconds.
Add sliced onions and sauté for a minute.
Add carrots, capsicum, and cabbage. Stir-fry on high flame for 2-3 minutes (keep them crunchy).
Add Sauces & Noodles:
Add soy sauce, vinegar, chili sauce, and tomato ketchup. Mix well.
Add boiled noodles, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything well so the noodles are coated with the sauce.
Garnish & Serve:
Add chopped spring onions and give it a final mix.
Serve hot with extra ketchup or chili sauce.
Enjoy your Indian-style Vegetable Chowmein! Let me know if you need any variations.
