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Zucchini Noodle Chow Mein

Zucchini Noodle Chow Mein

A quick, vegetable-packed take on takeout chow mein, built on spiralized zucchini noodles instead of wheat.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Cantonese, Chicken, Stir-Fry
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 232kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini spiralized into noodles
  • 200 g boneless chicken thigh thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 cup cabbage shredded
  • 1 carrot julienned
  • 3 scallions cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce or keto-friendly substitute
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

  • Salt the zucchini noodles lightly and let sit in a colander for 10 minutes, then pat very dry.
  • Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry the chicken until cooked through, 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • Add remaining oil and garlic, stir-fry 20 seconds. Add cabbage and carrot, stir-fry 2 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini noodles and toss over high heat for 1-2 minutes, just until warmed through - avoid overcooking or they'll turn watery.
  • Return the chicken to the wok. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, tossing to combine.
  • Add scallions and toss once more before serving immediately.

Notes

Chef's Tip: Salting and draining the zucchini noodles first, then cooking them briefly and hot, is the only way to avoid a watery, soggy dish. Keto Swaps: spiralized zucchini replaces wheat noodles entirely for a genuinely low-carb chow mein.

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcal | Protein: 20g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 3g
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