Beef Chow Mein

Beef chow mein

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   Step 1: Mix the soy sauces, oyster sauce, Chinese cooking wine, sugar and white pepper in a small bowl. Set aside; some will season the beef and the rest will be used for the noodles.

   
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   Step 2: In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry.

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   Step 3: Prepare the noodles according to the packet directions, then drain.

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   Step 4: Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan over high heat. Cook the garlic for 10 seconds, then add the beef and cook until no pink remains. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of the sauce and the white parts of the green onions. Cook for another 2 minutes to caramelize the beef.

   
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   Step 5: Mix the cornstarch slurry into the remaining sauce.

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   Step 6: Add the egg to the pan and mix it through the beef as it scrambles. The egg helps the beef cling to the noodles.

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   Step 7: When the egg is mostly cooked, add the carrot and cabbage. Cook for 1 minute, until the cabbage starts to wilt.

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   Step 8: Quickly mix the sauce, then add the bean sprouts, noodles and sauce to the pan. Toss for 1 minute, or until the sauce is dispersed through the noodles. Add the green parts of the green onions and toss for another minute.

   
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   Step 9: Divide between bowls and serve.