Gan Chao He Fen is a delightful stir-fried rice noodle dish that captures the essence of Chinese cuisine. It’s a versatile dish, and you can customize it with your favorite protein and vegetables, making it a perfect go-to recipe for a quick and delicious meal.

Ingredients:

• 200g fresh or dried flat rice noodles (He Fen)
• 150g sliced chicken or beef(your choice of protein)
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 2 stalks spring onions, cut into 2-inch lengths
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 0r vege mushroom sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• Pinch of white pepper
• Optional: sliced chili or chili flakes for added spice
• Optional: a few drops of sesame oil for extra flavor

Instructions:

1. Prepare the rice noodles:

I am using fresh rice noodles (He Fen), blanch them in boiling water for about 1-2 minutes, then drain and set aside.

2. Mix the sauces:

In a small bowl, combine the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, mushroom sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Stir well to create the sauce mixture.

3. Stir-fry the protein:

• Heat a wok or a large frying pan over high heat. Add one tablespoon of vegetable oil and swirl it around to coat the pan.
• Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
• Add the sliced protein (chicken or beef) and stir-fry until it is cooked through. Remove the cooked protein from the wok and set it aside.

4. Stir-fry the vegetables and noodles:

• In the same wok, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat it over high heat.
• Add the bean sprouts and spring onions, and stir-fry for about a minute until they are slightly tender.
• Add the softened rice noodles to the wok, tossing them with the vegetables.

5. Add the sauce and protein:

• Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
• Add the cooked protein back to the wok and continue to stir-fry for another minute until everything is well combined.

6. Optional spice and flavor:

• If you like spicy, you can add sliced chili or chili flakes for a bit of spiciness.
• For extra flavor, you can just drizzle a few drops of sesame oil over the dish and give it a final toss.

7. Serve and enjoy:

• Transfer the Gan Chao He Fen to serving plates and must enjoy it hot.

好好享受! Selamat makan! bon appétit! Enjoy your meal!