Kolkata-Street Style Chow Mein Recipe

Experience the bold and smoky flavors of Kolkata’s iconic street-style Veg Chow Mein—perfectly stir-fried noodles loaded with crunchy veggies, aromatic spices, and just the right balance of heat and tang. Topped with fluffy scrambled eggs and a squeeze of lime, this dish is a must-try for anyone craving that authentic roadside taste.

Whether you're a street food lover or just looking for a quick and delicious noodle fix, this recipe brings the true essence of Kolkata straight to your kitchen. Try it today and enjoy the irresistible flavors!

A vibrant plate of stir-fried noodles, garnished with sliced red onions, bell peppers, and fresh scallions.

Ingredients:

For the Noodles:

• 3 packs of noodles

• 1 tsp salt (for boiling)

• 1 tsp oil (to prevent stickiness)

For the Stir-Fry:

• ½ cup shredded cabbage

• ½ cup sliced onion

• ¼ cup julienned carrot

• ½ cup sliced capsicum

• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

• 1¼ tsp ginger, finely chopped

• 2 green chilies, chopped

• 3 tbsp oil (for stir-frying)

• ¼ tsp salt

• 1¼ tsp soy sauce

• 1¼ tsp vinegar

• 1 tbsp chili sauce

• 1 tsp green chili sauce

• ¼ tsp sugar

• A big pinch of garam masala

For the Egg Scramble:

• 2 eggs

• A pinch of salt & pepper

For Garnish:

• Green onions, chopped

• Sliced red onion

• ½ tsp lime juice

Instructions:

1. Cook the Noodles:

   • In a large pan, bring water to a boil, add salt, and cook the noodles as per package instructions.

   • Drain and spread 1 tsp oil over them to prevent sticking. Fan it out to cool.

2. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:

   • Heat a wok, add a splash of oil, and cook the julienned carrots for 1 minute.

   • Add chopped ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Sauté for 1½ minutes.

   • Toss in the cabbage, onion, and capsicum. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds.

   • Season with ¼ tsp salt and mix well.

3. Add Noodles & Sauces:

   • Add the cooled noodles to the wok and mix everything well.

   • Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, chili sauce, and green chili sauce. Stir-fry on high heat to coat evenly.

   • Add sugar and a pinch of garam masala. Toss everything together.

4. Scramble the Eggs:

   • In a separate pan, scramble 2 eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.

   • Once done, pour the scrambled eggs over the noodles and mix well.

5. Final Touch:

   • Garnish with chopped green onions, sliced red onion, and a squeeze of lime juice.

   • Serve hot and enjoy!

   
   

🔥 Pro Tip: For that authentic street-style smoky flavor, cook everything on high heat and toss continuously!

Let me know if you want to tweak anything!