Guyanese Style Chow Mein
Guyana has a very diverse population. Among them are many Guyanese with Chinese roots. So it is not surprising that you will find a Chinese restaurant in every locality and this recipe is very much appreciated by all Guyanese.
Ingredients
- 240 g vegan chow Mein noodles
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Chinese 5- Spices powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- some salt
Vegetables
- 100 g white cabbage
- 80 g carrots
- ½ red pepper
- 2 shallots
- 3 tbsp low-sodium Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 60 ml water
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 handful mung bean sprouts
- 1 Wiri-wiri Pepper or Scotch Bonnet (100000- 350000 scovilles) alternatively hot chilli, optional
Tofu
- 250 g tofu
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cassava syrup alternatively maple syrup
- 2 tbsp green seasoning
- 1 tsp frying oil
Instructions
- The night before, dice the tofu and marinate with olive oil, soy sauce, cassava syrup and Green Seasoning.
- the next day, wash or peel the cabbage, carrots, peppers and shallots, cut into strips and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, cook the pasta according to the packet instructions.
- Drain the noodles, rinse with cold water and place in a bowl.
- Season with sesame oil, black pepper, Five Spices powder, garlic powder and salt, mix and set aside. set aside.
- Fry the tofu in a pan for 8-10 minutes with a little oil over a low heat. over a low heat until most of the liquid is gone. liquid is gone. Set aside.
- heat the soy sauce, sesame oil, water and ginger in a wok. Add the cabbage, carrots and peppers and fry for 3 - 4 minutes.
- then add the noodles, tofu, sprouts and shallots, fold in carefully and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 509kcal
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