How To Make Desi-Style Veg Chowmein In 30 Minutes To Impress Your Family

With loads of vegetables and some selected ingredients, desi-style veg chowmein has its own separate fanbase. Try this easy recipe today!

Chowmein was introduced from China into the United States by Chinese immigrants who came from the Guangdong provinces in the California 1849 Gold Rush era bringing with them their Cantonese style of cooking.[1]

In American Chinese cuisine, it is a stir-fried dish consisting of noodles, meat (chicken being most common but pork, beef, shrimp or tofu sometimes being substituted), onions and celery. It is often served as a specific dish at westernized Chinese restaurants. Vegetarian or vegan chow mein is also common.

In the American market, two types of chow mein include crispy chow mein and steamed chow mein.

The steamed chow mein has a softer texture, while the former is crisper and drier. Crispy chow mein uses fried, flat noodles, while soft chow mein uses long, rounded noodles.

Crispy chow mein either has onions and celery in the finished dish or is served "strained", without any vegetables. Steamed chow mein can have many different kinds of vegetables in the finished dish, most commonly including onions and celery but sometimes carrots, cabbage and mung bean sprouts as well. Crispy chow mein is usually topped with a thick brown sauce, while steamed chow mein is mixed with soy sauce before being served.

There is a regional difference in the US between the East and West Coast use of the term "chow mein". On the East Coast, "chow mein" is always the crispy kind. At some restaurants located in those areas, the crispy chow mein noodles are sometimes deep fried and could be crispy "like the ones in cans" or "fried as crisp as hash browns". At a few East Coast locations, "chow mein" is also served over rice.

Highlights

• Veg Chowmein is a much-loved desi street delight.
• It can easily be made at home with a few simple ingredients.
• Try this easy and delicious recipe for an indulgent treat.

There are days when a simple Dal Chawal or Dal Roti would work wonders for our dinner spread. However, there are other days when we want to indulge in our cravings and eat some delicious junk food. This could be a pizza topped with oodles of cheese, or even some crispy, street-style Chowmein. Chowmein is our own desi version of the Asian Hakka noodles. With loads of vegetables and some selected ingredients, desi-style veg Chowmein has its own separate fanbase.

What all goes into the making of desi-style Veg Chowmein?

To begin with, you would require a small quantity of vinegar and soya sauce for this recipe. Cornflour is also a must in order to make the noodles crispy and filling. The desi-style Veg Chowmein recipe uses a number of vegetables such as onion, capsicum, carrot and cabbage. Garlic is also a must-add to this interesting and unique recipe. All these unique ingredients make this Veg Chowmein recipe a true winner.

How do we make Veg Chowmein?

The best part about the desi-style veg Chowmein is that it requires minimal effort and is prepared in literally no time. The recipe begins by mixing all the condiments and sauces together. Then, the noodles are boiled, and a small quantity is kept aside in the fried version in order to add that extra crispy edge. It is best to use a large vessel or a wok for this recipe; but always remember to cook on high flame in order to retain the crispness. Now, sauté garlic and all the vegetables in some oil and simply add the boiled noodles and sauces to the mix. Your delicious desi-style Veg Chowmein is ready!

So, what are you waiting for? Click on the video in the banner for the full recipe video of desi-style Chowmein. Prep up the ingredients and whip up this delicious recipe for a weekend treat or even a weekday dinner! Your family will definitely be impressed with your cooking prowess.