Yakisoba - Authentic Japanese Stir-Fry Noodles

Ingredients

• Yakisoba noodles (2 packs)
• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Chicken breast (2, thinly sliced)
• Cabbage (2 cups, shredded)
• Carrots (1 cup, julienned)
• Bell pepper (1, thinly sliced)
• Onion (1, thinly sliced)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Oyster sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Worcestershire sauce (1 tablespoon)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Green onions (2, chopped for garnish)
• Pickled ginger (for serving)

Instructions

1. Cook the Yakisoba noodles according to the package instructions, drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken slices and stir-fry until they are fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, carrots, and cabbage. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
5. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well mixed.
7. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the sauce into the empty space. Let it simmer for a few seconds.
8. Add the cooked noodles and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until all ingredients are well coated with the sauce and heated through.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and a side of pickled ginger.