Description
Chowmein is one of my favorite Nepali fast foods. Its smoky flavor never misses the spot. There are so many nostalgic moments I still associate with chowmein, so to honor the Bhatti style chowmein that I grew up eating, I want to share this piece of my life with you. Enjoy and have a mind blowing chowgasm.
How to make it
Prep the veggies
Thinly slice pepper, onion, and cabbage. Mince 8 cloves garlic. Prepare any optional veggies you want. If using chana, boil it until soft or use peas.
Boil the noodles
Boil about 200 grams of noodles. Drain and set aside.
Stir fry everything
Heat your wok on high heat. Pour 2 tablespoons oil. Wait until the wok starts smoking. Add onion and fry until you see brown. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add cabbage and sauté for 1 minute. Add chana or peas and sauté for 2 minutes. Add any additional veggies you have. Add pepper and sauté for 2 minutes. If you have bok choy, add it after pepper and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add noodles
Add your boiled noodles. Sauté and fry the noodles for 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon chilli powder, 1 tablespoon MSG, 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce, 1 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon vinegar, and half tablespoon salt. Mix everything very well. Adjust flavor as needed. Fry for about 4 minutes.
Make the omelette
Fry an omelette on the side. Cut it into thin strips.
Garnish and serve
Garnish your chowmein with spring onion, coriander, and green chillies. Put the egg strips on the side. I like to eat it with ketchup, siracha, or chilli sauce. Have the most fun of your life.