Master Desi Chinese at Home: Chef Nehal Karkera's Pan Fried Noodles Recipe

Do you love Desi Chinese cuisine and want to recreate it at home? Indians have a profound love for Desi Chinese cuisine, a fusion that brings together the best of Indian and Chinese flavors. Are you looking to bring the taste of your favorite restaurant dishes into your own kitchen? Chef Nehal Karkera, a renowned food content creator, is here to help. He creates easy-to-follow recipes that make cooking fun and accessible. Today, he shares his recipe for Pan Fried Noodles—a dish that promises to become a new favorite in your home.

Master Desi Chinese at Home: Pan Fried Noodles

A delightful dish combining crispy noodles with a savory, veggie-loaded sauce.

Chef Nehal Karkera has a deep love for Desi Chinese, and his Pan Fried Noodles recipe is a testament to that passion. Crispy on the bottom and topped with a comforting sauce loaded with vegetables, this dish is a complete meal in itself. Let's dive into the detailed recipe and bring the flavors of Desi Chinese to your kitchen.

Ingredients

Noodles:

• 1 packet egg noodles
• Water for boiling
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp oil

Sauces:

• 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 2 1/2 tbsp red chili sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp vinegar

Gravy:

• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 1/2 tbsp chopped garlic
• 1 tbsp chopped ginger
• 2 chopped green chilies
• 250g cubed chicken breast
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp white pepper powder
• 1/4 cup baby corn
• 1/4 cup carrots (par-boiled)
• 1/2 cup cabbage
• 1/2 cup mushrooms
• 1/4 cup diced red and yellow peppers
• 1/4 cup diced capsicum
• 1/4 cup diced green beans

Prepared sauces

2 cups water
1 cup chopped bak choy
1 chicken seasoning cube
2-3 tbsp corn starch slurry

To Finish:

2 tbsp chopped coriander
3 tbsp chopped spring onions

Method

Step 1: Prepare the Noodles

1. Boil water in a large pot with 2 tsp salt and 1 tbsp oil.
2. Cook the egg noodles until al dente.
3. Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 2: Mix the Sauces

1. Mix dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, red chili sauce, oyster sauce, and vinegar in a bowl.
2. Set the sauce mixture aside.

Step 3: Cook the Gravy

1. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pan or wok.
2. Add chopped garlic, ginger, and green chilies, and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the cubed chicken breast, salt, and white pepper. Cook until the chicken turns pale.
4. Stir in the baby corn, par-boiled carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, red and yellow peppers, capsicum, and green beans.
5. Pour in the prepared sauces and 2 cups of water.
6. Add the chicken seasoning cube and bring the mixture to a simmer.
7. Add the chopped bak choy and cook for a few more minutes.
8. Thicken the gravy with corn starch slurry, stirring constantly until desired consistency is achieved.

Step 4: Finish the Dish

• Heat a small amount of oil in a separate pan.
• Add the cooked noodles and fry until they are golden and crispy on the bottom.
• Serve the crispy noodles topped with the rich, flavorful gravy.
• Garnish with chopped coriander and spring onions for a burst of freshness.

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Chef Nehal Karkera's Pan Fried Noodles recipe is a delicious way to enjoy Desi Chinese cuisine at home. With its crispy noodles and savory, veggie-packed sauce, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household. Try it out, share your version, and enjoy the delightful flavors of this easy-to-make meal. Happy cooking!