Chow Mein with Ramen Noodles 🍜🥢
Using **Ramen noodles is a quick and easy way to make a delicious homemade version of Chow Mein. It’s fast, affordable, and tastes very similar to restaurant-style stir-fried noodles.
Ingredients
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packets)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 carrot (julienned)
- ½ cup bell pepper slices
- ½ cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu (optional)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
1. Cook the noodles
Boil ramen noodles for 2–3 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Stir-fry the vegetables
Heat oil in a large pan or wok. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
3. Add protein (optional)
Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu and stir for another minute.
4. Add noodles and sauce
Add the cooked ramen noodles. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until well combined.
5. Finish
Sprinkle chopped green onions on top and serve hot.
Tips for Better Flavor 👨🍳
- Slightly undercook the noodles so they don’t become mushy when stir-fried.
- Cook on high heat for authentic stir-fry flavor.
- Add a little chili sauce if you like it spicy.
Optional Add-Ins
You can also add:
- Mushrooms
- Bean sprouts
- Snow peas
- Scrambled egg
✅ Quick fact: Traditional chow mein uses wheat egg noodles, but ramen noodles work great because they have a similar texture and cook quickly.
If you want, I can also show you:
🍜 The secret sauce restaurants use for chow mein
🍜 A 10-minute street-style chow mein recipe
🍜 How to make spicy Indo-Chinese chow mein at home.
