Glass Noodle Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 100 g Glass noodles
About 3.5 oz ( Cellophane noodles or bean thread noodles, See details in note.
- 200 g Chicken breast ) Or instead of chicken you can also try it out with prawns/shrimp
sausage, beef, minced meat, spam, bacon, About 7 oz ( Boneless skinless chicken thigh or breast
- 2 Eggs
Whisked and season with a pinch of salt
- 100 g Cabbage)
About 3.5 oz ( Cut thin slices
- 1 Carrot
Cut matchstick sizes
- ½ Onion
Cut thin slices
- 2 Clove Garlic
Finely chopped
- 1 Red chilli pepper
Or bell pepper, cut thin slices
- 2-3 tbsp Vegetable oil
Or neutral flavour oil
- 3 tbsp Light soy sauce
Or regular all-purpose soy sauce
- 1½ tsp Dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Sugar
Directions
- 1
First, soak the noodles in the hot boiling water for 10-12 minutes. Then rinse with cold water, drain the water out, cut the long noodle strands into half and set it aside. Mix all the stir fry sauce ingredients in a small bowl, whisk until sugar dissolve and set it aside.
- 2
Gather and prepare the vegetables, eggs, and chicken. Cut the chicken into small pieces and season with 2 tsp of stir fry sauce mixture.
- 3
Heat the large wok/pan into medium-high heat. Drizzle 1 tbsp of oil, pour the whisked eggs, let it set for few seconds and then crumble it into small pieces. Remove from pan and set it aside.
- 4
In the remaining pan, drizzle more oil add garlic and stir for a few seconds, then add the chicken pieces, cook for 2-3 minutes or until cooked through. Follow with the onion, and carrot.
- 5
Next add the cabbage, stir well and place the glass noodles, pour the sauce mixture in.
- 6
Toss well to combine everything evenly and cook until the noodles absorbed all the sauce.
- 7
Now, add the crumbled egg and spring onions. Combine well with all ingredients. Remove from heat and transfer to serving plate. Calories: 464kcal
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About this Recipe
Craving a lightning-fast, incredibly satisfying meal that's bursting with flavor and vibrant textures? This Glass Noodle Stir Fry is your answer, delivering a truly delicious one-pan wonder that comes together in about 20 minutes, perfect for any busy schedule.
What makes this recipe truly stand out is its incredible efficiency and the harmonious blend of ingredients. You get a complete meal packed with fresh vegetables, perfectly cooked protein, and delightfully chewy glass noodles, all mingling in a beautifully balanced, four-ingredient sauce. The simplicity of a single pan makes clean-up a breeze, while the carefully selected components ensure a deeply satisfying culinary experience without the fuss or a long ingredient list.
Prepare your palate for a delightful journey of textures and tastes. You'll find tender, savory pieces of chicken or your chosen protein, complemented by crisp-tender slices of cabbage, carrot, and onion, all brought together by the unique, satisfying chewiness of glass noodles. These delicate noodles are masters at absorbing the rich, savory sauce. This flavorful blend, a harmonious mix of light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, and aromatic sesame oil with a touch of sugar, coats every strand and vegetable, ensuring each bite is packed with umami, a hint of sweetness, and a wonderful depth of flavor.
One of the best aspects of this stir fry is its impressive versatility, allowing you to easily adapt it to your preferences. While chicken breast offers a lean and tender option, feel free to personalize your dish with other proteins such as succulent prawns or shrimp, hearty beef, savory minced meat, or even a salty kick from sausage, spam, or bacon. For a different twist on the heat level or a pop of color, you can easily swap the red chili pepper for milder bell pepper slices.
This quick and flavorful Glass Noodle Stir Fry is an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you need a wholesome, satisfying meal on the table in a flash. Serve it hot as a standalone dish, celebrating its fresh ingredients and vibrant, complex flavors.