Gluten Free Chicken Chow Mein Recipe (Takeaway style) (2024)

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!

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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

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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

Oh and don’t forget to pin this for later!

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FAQs

Do they make gluten free Chow Mein noodles? ›

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.

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.

What is the difference between chow mein and lo mein Chinese takeout? ›

The sauce: Chow mein is more of a dry noodle dish with an extremely light and delicate sauce — if any sauce at all. Lo mein is a saucy noodle dish that depends on a rich sauce for much of its flavor. The texture: Chow mein noodles tend to be crunchier than lo mein noodles due to the way they are cooked.

What noodles do Chinese takeaways use? ›

Dried noodles - Most Chinese takeaways use Lucky Boat Number 1 dried noodles but it doesn't come in small packets. You can use any medium thick dried egg noodles available at your local grocery stores.

What Chinese takeaway dishes are gluten-free? ›

  • Chinese Dining: Gluten-Free.
  • Steamed Chicken/Shrimp or Seafood: Chicken, shrimp, or seafood usually steamed with.
  • Egg Drop Soup: Beaten eggs in boiled chicken broth with condiments (pepper, scallions)
  • Fried Rice: White rice, egg, scallions, carrots, and usually meat, pork, or tofu.

What 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.

Is PF Chang's chicken lo mein gluten free? ›

Is Signature Lo Mein gluten-free? No. Signature Lo Mein cannot be prepared gluten-free. Visit our Gluten-Free Menu page to view all gluten-free items.

Does rice have gluten? ›

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.

What is a good substitute for chow mein noodles? ›

Some substitutes are:
  • Yakisoba noodles.
  • Lo Mein noodles (these will be thicker and won't have the slightly crispy nature of chow mein when fried)
  • Ramen noodles (not the instant kind)
  • Fresh noodles made of egg (yellow in color)
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Which is better chow or lo mein? ›

The experience is somewhat different between the two. Lo mein tends to be saucier and more toothsome, with a texture some describe as “slippery” because of the noodles' softness. Chow mein tends to have a greater variety of textures within the dish, thanks to the added texture that comes from frying the noodles.

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 is the sauce in chow mein made of? ›

A great Chow Mein comes down to the sauce, made of soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar and cornstarch for thickening. Slippery noodles slick with the savoury sauce is noodle heaven!

Can you buy Chow Mein Sauce? ›

Tesco Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce 165g - Tesco Groceries.

What is the difference between chow mein and Cantonese chow mein? ›

Cantonese Chow Mein vs.

Americanized chow mein is heavier on the flavors, a bit saltier and will often use broccoli, chicken and carrots as a pairing. Chow mein found in China is much more delicate. Traditional Cantonese cooking is actually known for its soft and elegant flavor profiles.

Which 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.

Is Panda chow mein gluten-free? ›

Panda uses ingredients that contain all the major FDA allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, milk, soy and wheat). Panda prepares its entrees fresh with shared cooking equipment and therefore allergens could be present in any entree. Panda Express does not have any vegetarian or gluten free dishes.

Are la choy chow mein noodles gluten-free? ›

This product has 3 ingredients that have gluten. Which diet do you follow? Follow more than one?

Are chow mein egg noodles gluten-free? ›

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.

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