Learn to Cook the Delicious Chineese -" Chicken Chow Mein "

Chicken Chow Mein

Total Time   : 30 min

                                                                Yield            : 2 Servings
                                                                Level            : Easy

INGREDIENTS

5 ounces dried yellow Shi wheat flour noodles* or medium egg noodles
1 teaspoon sesame oil, plus more as needed
11 ounces skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
Dash dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 teaspoon chile sauce, optional
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons groundnut oil (peanut)
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely sliced
5 ounces bean sprouts
1 large spring onion (green), sliced lengthwise
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
Freshly ground black pepper, finely ground

DIRECTIONS

Cook the noodles for 3 minutes in a pan of boiling water until al dente, or as per the package instructions. Drain, then run them under cold running water, and drain again. Drizzle with a few splashes of sesame oil, and toss through to prevent them from sticking.
Season the chicken with a splash of dark soy sauce, the five-spice powder, and chile sauce, if using. Mix well. Coat the chicken breasts lightly with the cornstarch.
Heat a wok over a high heat, add the groundnut or peanut oil, and heat until smoking. Then, add the chicken, and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, or until cooked through.
Add the red bell pepper, and stir-fry for 1 minute, then add the bean sprouts and green onion and stir-fry for less than 1 minute. Add the cooked noodles, and season with the light soy sauce, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and black pepper, to taste. Stir well and serve immediately.

4 Hairstyles You Can Do In Your Car

If you typically run out of your house with wet hair, these styles will change your life

Cruise Control

Having feelings of regret after accepting that lunch date while your hair is in serious need of a wash? This twisted look makes dirty hair look put-together. 

1. Divide all of your hair into two sectionson either side of your head. Begin twisting one section down through to the ends. Make sure to twist away from your face as you go. 
2. Take your twist and place it over the nape of your neck. Secure with bobby pins. 
3. Repeat Step 1 on the opposite side. Twist the section down to the ends and secure it at the nape of your neck, overlapping the first twist. 
4. Tug on your twists to loosen them, securing any stray pieces with bobby pins. 

Buckle Up

Messy braid styles will forever be in style (we hope!). They're quick and perfectly imperfect. This trendy updo works best on long hair. 


1. Split your hair into two sections on either side of your head. Then, braid one section down to the ends. 
2. Tug on your braid to loosen it, then wrap it over the front of your hair like a headband. Secure it with bobby pins. 
3. Repeat both steps on the other side. Make sure you start your braid behind your ear and braid down the entire length of your hair. 
4. Use bobby pins to secure the ends as necessary. 

U-Turn

Ready to take your car hairstyling to the next level? This look seems intricate, but it's easier to create than you might think.

1. Take a 2-inch section of your hair at your temple and braid it down to the ends. Secure at the back of your crown with a bobby pin. 
2. Repeat Step 1 on the opposite side. You should have two single braids pinned at the back of your head. 
3. Take half of your remaining hair and tuck it over to meet your braids. Make sure the ends are concealed underneath as you pin it down. 
4. Repeat this step with the rest of your hair, pinning any additional pieces as necessary. 

Speed Bump

As much as we love a great top knot, getting it perfect -- aka no tangled elastics and matted hair -- while you're in your car seems impossible. This is a great alternative. It combines the same messy-chic style in a more polished way. 

1. Gather your hair up into a high ponytail at the top of your crown. Secure with an elastic. 
2. Divide your ponytail ends into two sections and twist each section down to the ends. Use both hands to twist in the same direction as you go. 
3. Wrap each twist in opposite directions around the base of your elastic. Make sure each twist is wrapped around evenly. 
4. Secure your look with bobby pins.