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“WHAT’S COOKING: Chow Mein — the history and how to make it”
Chow mein is a global dish with varied adaptations and a traditional sauce.
Key points
- Diaspora Chinese spread during 19th century gold rushes, shaping global cuisine.
- Chow mein = stir-fried noodles, with variations across regions like America and Peru.
- Traditional sauce combines soy, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and cornflour.
- Tony Jackman provides a chow mein recipe using egg noodles, chicken, shrimp, and vegetables.
- Ingredients include noodles, cabbage, carrots, celery, spring onions, garlic, and ginger.
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