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Chow mein is a popular noodle dish in Chinese cuisine. Its name means 'stir-fried noodles'. It typically contains noodles, meat (usually chicken, beef, shrimp, or pork), onions and celery.

Chow mein originated from Northern China.

The main difference lies in how the noodles are prepared. Lo mein noodles are boiled, while chow mein noodles are stir-fried until crispy.

You can make chow mein noodles crispy by frying them in a little bit of oil until they're golden and crunchy. Make sure your pan is hot and don't stir them too much.

The main ingredients in chow mein are noodles, protein (like chicken, pork, beef, or shrimp), and a variety of vegetables (like bell peppers, mushrooms, and beansprouts).

The best way to reheat chow mein is on the stove, but you can also use a microwave. Be sure to stir frequently to ensure even heating.

You can use spaghetti as a substitute for chow mein noodles, but note that it will alter the traditional texture and taste.

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Traditional chow mein is not vegan as it often contains meat and sometimes eggs. However, it can be made vegan by using only vegetables and vegan-friendly sauces.

When it's loaded with vegetables and lean protein, chow mein can be a balanced meal choice. However, like many restaurant dishes, it can be high in sodium and calories especially when it contains a lot of oil.

Soy sauce and oyster sauce are common in chow mein. Both add a salty and umami flavor.

Yes, you can freeze chow mein. However, the texture of the noodles might change when thawed and reheated.

Yes, chow mein can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free noodles and sauces.

No, they are not the same. Chow mein is a noodle dish and chop suey is a dish with meat, eggs and veggies but no noodles.

To prevent your chow mein noodles from getting soggy, avoid boiling them for too long, and try to remove as much water as possible before stir-frying them.

Technically yes, but chow mein noodles and ramen noodles are quite different in texture and taste. Using chow mein noodles for ramen would definitely change the dish's character.