Gluten free chicken chow mein recipe, anyone? No, you’re not dreaming, Mark has only gone and done it for me yet again – created a dish that I never thought I’d eat again. I’m just here to do what I always do… steal his recipe and share it with you guys! This recipe is onion and garlic free too.
I’ve totally lost count of the amount of times that I’ve said something like “I never thought I’d eat this ever again..” but it’s just sad how true it is! But as Mark has been doing lately, he’s been recreating aaaaall of my fave Chinese takeaway dishes for me and next up is his gluten free chicken chow mein recipe!
But wait, I thought egg noodles weren’t gluten free?
Well, they’re definitely not and there’s no change on that one, so don’t head to your local Chinese takeaway and order this!
So what did we use? Well, we used what we’ve both been wanting to try for aaaages: Oomi noodles. They’re gluten free and they look exactly like the egg noodles you’d usually have in a chow mein.
They’ve been around in Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Tesco (I’ve seen them for sale online, but I haven’t seen them in my local Tesco for aaaages) for a while. But what put us off a little bit is that they’re made from… fish!
(so definitely not vegan or veggie friendly, sadly! I’d recommend using ribbon rice noodles instead if you still fancy giving this recipe a go)
I know it sounds a bit weird (I’m pretty sure it is!) but they’re the only route to a good gluten free chow mein, so I was willing to give them a try.
What also put off trying these noodles sooner is that they’re not dairy free either – they contain milk protein. So Mark couldn’t really eat these, but he didn’t care as made them especially for me!
(he can eat gluten, so normal egg noodles are ok for him anyway – I’m sure he’ll make his own version just for himself eventually!)
But in all honesty, the subtle smell of fish coming from these noodles didn’t put me off! And once they’re all cooked and dressed, you’d never know they were made from fish at all.
So with the noodles sorted, what else is there really to say about Mark’s gluten free chicken chow mein recipe?
Well, firstly, he’s based them on the chicken chow mein you’d order straight from your local Chinese takeaway – right down to how they’d cook the chicken.
By poaching the chicken thighs in water, they cook soooo quick and they retain so much of their moisture. Honestly, just try it, it tastes exactly how I remember – maybe even better!
And you can do it all with just 5 ingredients. How crazy is that? But the taste is just so spot on.
Looking for more of Mark’s gluten free Chinese takeaway recipes? Check out this blog post here:10 gluten free Chinese takeaway recipes you won’t believe you can eat.
Right, it’s about time I shared Mark’sgluten free chicken chow mein recipe!
Mark's 5-Ingredient Gluten Free Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
Gluten free chicken chow mein recipe, anyone? It's so easy to make it you only need 5 ingredients. It's just like what you'd order from the takeaway!
SERVINGS: 2 people
PREP TIME: 5 minutes mins
TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes mins
Ingredients
- 230 g Oomi Protein Noodles (You can buy them in Sainsbury's, Tesco and Morrison's - they contain milk though!)
- 3 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 150 g grated/finely chopped carrot
- 2 big handfuls beansprouts
- 40 ml gluten free soy sauce
Instructions
Start by poaching your boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil and add your chicken thighs. Immediately down the heat a little, but make sure it's still bubbling nicely. They should take around 8-10 minutes to cook through.
Add two tablespoons of oil to your wok. Put it on a medium-high heat, but bear in mind that you'll need to keep constantly stirring at this heat.
Throw in your carrot and fry until slightly softened - this should take around 1-2 minutes.
Once your chicken thighs have cooked through, remove them from the boiling water and allow to cool so you can handle them. Once cool enough, chop them into bite-size strips.
Add your cooked, chopped chicken thighs and your Oomi noodles to the wok. They'll loosen up a little as they get warmer, so give them about 20 seconds before you try and pry them apart.
After your noodles have come apart a little, add in your beansprouts, a quarter tsp of salt and keep mixing everything in for a minute.
Lastly, add your gluten free soy sauce and stir once again for another minute.
Sprinkle some spring onion greens on top (optional) and enjoy!
Thanks for reading all about Mark’s gluten free chicken chow mein recipe!If you make it, I’d love to see how it turns out so don’t forget to take a snap of your creations and tag me on Instagram!
Plus, I’m giving away a £50 supermarket voucher every month to my fave pic, so get cooking!
Any questions about the recipe? Please do let me know by following me onInstagram and leaving me a comment!
Thanks for reading,
Becky xxx
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Gluten-Free Recipe
FAQs
Can you get gluten free chow mein noodles? Usually chow mein would be cooked with egg noodles, which contain wheat flour. Sadly I've never seen a gluten free version of egg noodles on the shelf. However, I make my own gluten free noodles using a really simple recipe which takes no time at all.
Does chicken chow mein contain gluten? ›
Chow Mein is traditionally made with wheat noodles, so if you are out a restaurant it is extremely likely that chow mein would NOT be gluten-free. However, if you're making chow mein at home there is at least one brand of gluten-free chow mein noodles available.
Can you buy gluten free chow mein noodles? ›
Gefen Gluten Free Chow Mein Noodles, are simply a must try for any one on a gluten free diet. Made with all natural ingredients, no food coloring, no preservatives. Gefen Chow Mein Noodles are also Certified Gluten Free and certified Kosher parve for Passover and year round.
What is the difference between chow mein and lo mein Chinese takeout? ›
Lo mein typically uses fresh noodles, while chow mein can be made with fresh or dried. Lo mein noodles are typically thick and chewy. Stir-fried noodles in chow mein are thinner and cooked to a golden crisp.
Are Chinese takeaway noodles gluten-free? ›
Noodles: Some noodles may be made from 100% rice flour but some may also have wheat flour added, and are often prepared in soy sauce. Only select noodles made with 100% buckwheat flour if you can ensure they are labeled gluten-free. Batter: Chicken, shrimp, and pork are frequently prepared in a wheat-based batter.
Is Panda Express lo mein gluten-free? ›
Honestly, no menu item is gluten free at Panda Express, nor is any menu item vegetarian, besides maybe the rice and chow mein. This is due to the vegetables and appetizers all being deep fried in the same oil as the meat entrees.
What Chinese takeaway dishes are gluten-free? ›
Thinking of ordering a Chinese takeaway?
- Meat, fish and vegetables. These are naturally gluten free. ...
- Rice. Rice is gluten free, as are products derived from rice. ...
- Plain tofu. Plain tofu is naturally gluten free - check with the restaurant or takeway if it has been marinaded or contains flavouring first.
- Prawn crackers.
It depends. Traditional hoisin sauce recipes are gluten-free, but today most commercially available hoisin sauces are made with wheat, either to thicken the sauce or in added soy sauce. If you have celiac disease, only eat hoisin sauce labeled gluten-free.
What type of Chinese noodles are gluten-free? ›
- Rice Noodles. Yes, most rice noodles are gluten-free because they contain rice flour and water, although as always, please check the ingredients, just in case. ...
- Soba Noodles. Warning! ...
- Shirataki Noodles. Shirataki noodles are made from konjac starch, a Japanese root vegetable. ...
- Kelp Noodles. ...
- Brown Rice Noodles.
Some healthy and tasty gluten-free pasta alternatives include shirataki noodles, brown rice pasta, quinoa pasta, and chickpea pasta, among others.
Yes, all rice (in its natural form) is gluten-free. Rice is one of the most popular gluten-free grains for people with celiac disease. Many gluten-free packaged goods are made with rice flour instead of wheat flour. Although rice is naturally gluten-free, there are some instances where it may not be gluten-free.
Are marshmallows gluten-free? ›
Many, though not all, marshmallow brands in the United States are gluten-free. Some marshmallows may contain trace amounts of gluten. These may not be easily tolerated by people with celiac disease. People with mild gluten intolerance may be able to eat marshmallow brands that aren't labeled as gluten-free.
Which is better chow or lo mein? ›
When it comes to choosing the better Chinese noodle dish, the ultimate factor is personal taste. While some noodle lovers enjoy the crunch of dried egg noodles expertly stir-fried into a delicious chow mein dish, others prefer a heaping bowl of steaming, sauce-soaked lo mein.
What makes lo mein taste like lo mein? ›
Lo mein sauce
The sauce is what makes this dish so addictive. It's a simple umami filled mix of light and dark soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sugar, and a hint of ginger. It's super easy to make a batch of lo mein sauce and keep it in the fridge so you can easily make lo mein whenever the craving hits.
Which is better lo mein or chow mein? ›
Largely this is a matter of personal taste since both dishes can be made to your preference. If you prefer lightly sauced noodles with some crunch and vegetables with some snap, chow mein might be the way to go. If you like a more comforting noodle with richly flavored sauce, lo mein may be the better option.
What kind of Chinese noodles are gluten-free? ›
- Rice Noodles. Yes, most rice noodles are gluten-free because they contain rice flour and water, although as always, please check the ingredients, just in case. ...
- Soba Noodles. Warning! ...
- Shirataki Noodles. Shirataki noodles are made from konjac starch, a Japanese root vegetable. ...
- Kelp Noodles. ...
- Brown Rice Noodles.
This product has 3 ingredients that have gluten.
Do lo mein egg noodles have gluten? ›
are chinese egg noodles gluten free? No, Chinese egg noodles, like other egg noodles, are not gluten-free. Egg noodles are made from semolina and durum flour, which are high in gluten. There are a few brands that offer thin gluten-free egg noodles, and Lieber's brand makes gluten-free chow mein egg noodles.
Does buckwheat have gluten? ›
Yes, buckwheat is gluten-free. Buckwheat, also called beech wheat or kasha, does not contain any wheat or gluten. Despite the name, buckwheat is not closely related to wheat—buckwheat isn't even a grain. Instead, buckwheat is a flowering plant related to leafy vegetables like rhubarb and sorrel.
