Discover a flavorful fusion of Guatemalan and Asian culinary traditions with this Guatemalan Chow Mein Tostada. Inspired by a local Chicago restaurant, this dish combines savory stir-fried noodles and vegetables with a crispy corn tostada base, topped with a creamy mayonnaise drizzle. Perfect as a main course or a hearty appetizer, this fusion dish is a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
🌮 1 pack Los Pericos Tostadas, 4.5 oz 127g, 10 count
🍜 1 pack Twin Marquis Cooked Noodle, 16 oz 454g
🧂 1 pack Sun-Bird Chow Mein Seasoning Mix
🌿 1/2 cup Soy Sauce, dark liquid
🌱 1 can La Choy Bean Sprouts, drained, 14-16 oz
🥕 1 medium-large carrot, julienned
🧅 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
🥒 2 chayotes, peeled, seeded, and sliced
🥬 2 celery stalks, sliced
🥄 1-2 tablespoons Vegetable oil, clear liquid
🌰 Hellmann's Light Mayonnaise, for garnish
💧 Water, about 1/4 - 1/2 cup
Instructions
1- Prepare Vegetables:
- Begin by peeling and julienning the carrot.
- Chop the yellow onion.
- Peel, seed, and slice the chayotes.
- Slice the celery stalks.
- Finally, drain the canned bean sprouts.
2- Prepare Sauce:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the Sun-Bird Chow Mein Seasoning Mix with approximately 1/2 cup of soy sauce and 1/4 - 1/2 cup of water.
- Mix thoroughly until you achieve a smooth sauce.
3- Heat Wok:
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to a wok.
- Heat over medium-high heat.
4- Stir-fry Vegetables:
- Once the oil is hot, add the prepared carrots, onions, chayotes, and celery to the wok.
- Stir-fry for several minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5- Add Sauce and Noodles:
- Pour the prepared seasoning sauce over the vegetables in the wok.
- Add the Twin Marquis Cooked Noodles.
6- Combine and Cook:
- Stir-fry all the ingredients together, ensuring the noodles are heated through and evenly coated with the sauce.
- Cook until the vegetables reach your desired tenderness.
7- Assemble Tostada:
- Place a Los Pericos Tostada on a serving plate.
8- Top with Chow Mein:
- Spoon a generous portion of the hot chow mein mixture onto the tostada.
9- Garnish:
- Drizzle Hellmann's Light Mayonnaise over the chow mein tostada as a final condiment.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~400 per serving
Proteins: ~12g
Fats: ~15g
Carbohydrates: ~55g
Equipment Needed: Cutting Board (unbranded), Chef's Knife (unbranded), Wok (unbranded), Metal Wok Spatula/Turner (unbranded), Squeeze Bottle for Oil (unbranded), Small Glass Mixing Bowl (unbranded), Metal Spoon (unbranded), White Ceramic Serving Plate (unbranded)
Cooking Tips
- For a richer flavor, experiment with adding minced garlic or ginger during the stir-fry.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce and mayonnaise to suit your personal taste.
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