fried noodles with shredded pork

How to Make Shredded Pork Chow Mein: A Step-by-Step Guide

Shredded pork chow mein is a beloved stir-fry dish, loved for its savory flavors and satisfying textures. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients:

- 200g thin rice noodles

- 150g pork tenderloin, shredded and marinated in soy sauce, starch, and a pinch of pepper for 15 minutes

- 2 cups shredded cabbage (or bok choy)

- 1 carrot, julienned

- 1 onion, sliced

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 tbsp cooking oil

- Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

1. Cook noodles: Boil noodles until al dente, rinse under cold water, and drain. Set aside.

2. Stir-fry pork: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add pork and stir-fry until no longer pink. Remove and set aside.

3. Sauté veggies: In the same wok, stir-fry garlic, onion, carrot, and cabbage until crisp-tender (2-3 minutes).

4. Combine: Return pork to the wok. Add noodles and sauce, tossing everything together for 2 minutes until heated through and well-coated.

5. Serve: Plate immediately and garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.

Tips: For extra flavor, add a dash of sesame oil or chili sauce. Adjust seasoning to your taste, and ensure the wok is hot for a perfect stir-fry! Enjoy your homemade chow mein!