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kosher chicken chow mein from The Jewish Kitchen
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Kosher Chicken Chow Mein

This recipes is just like the old-fashioned chow mein from my youth and it's scrumptious, aromatic, and crispy!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Chinese
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1-2 lbs. Kosher Chinese noodles follow package directions
  • 3+ tbsp. oil
  • 1 1/2 cups red and green bell peppers cut into long strips
  • 3/4 cup onions, sliced into strips
  • 2 cups celery, cut into small pieces
  • 16 ounce canned bean sprouts, drained
  • 1+ cup Kosher chicken stock
  • 3 tsp. soy sauce
  • 3 cups Kosher cooked chicken, cut into thick slices
  • 1 1/2 tbsp. corn starch
  • 1 1/2 tbsp. cold water
  • 3-4 tbsp. vegetable or canola oil
  • crispy noodles for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Have everything ready to go. Once the prep is done, it will be easier to do the cooking. Cook the Chinese noodles (according to package directions) first and set aside.
  2. In a heavy skillet or a wok, heat the oil on medium to high heat. Add the peppers, onions, and celery. Stir and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the bean sprouts, chicken stock, soy sauce, chicken and combine all. When it starts to boil, remove from heat.
  3. Mix the corn starch and the water, until smooth. Slowly add this to the skillet, stirring constantly. When combined, put the skillet back on the stove. Let it boil for a minute or two. Lower heat to a simmer.
  4. Stir often, for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Put the cooked noodles on a serving platter. Pour the chicken on top. Garnish with the crispy noodles. Serve hot.