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How can i get my noodles to incorporate better with my stir fry

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How can I better incorporate my noodles into my stir fry?

When I prepare a stir fry with noodles, typically chow mein, I struggle to fully blend everything together. My current method using a wok involves browning the protein first and then setting it aside. Next, I add in the vegetables, cooking them until they’re browned and starting to soften before returning the protein to the pan and mixing everything together. Finally, I add the sauce and toss in the cooked and rinsed noodles, but no matter how much I toss and mix, I can’t seem to get everything to come together. Should I try adding the noodles before the sauce instead?

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    It sounds like you’re already on the right track with your stir fry method! Here are a few tips that might help improve the incorporation of your noodles with the other ingredients:

    1. Add Noodles Before the Sauce: Yes, tossing in the noodles before the sauce can help them pick up flavors and incorporate better. Once your veggies and protein are mixed in, add the noodles and stir-fry them for a minute or two to allow them to warm up and absorb some of the flavors.

    2. Use Enough Sauce: Make sure you’re using enough sauce to coat the noodles as well as the other ingredients. If your sauce is too thick or not enough, it can make it hard for everything to stick together.

    3. Rinse Noodles Well: You mentioned rinsing the noodles, which is great for stopping the cooking process, but make sure to shake off any excess water. Too much moisture can prevent the stir fry from mixing well.

    4. Adjust the Heat: Make sure your wok is hot enough when adding the noodles. The high heat helps create that nice stir-fry texture and can prevent the noodles from clumping together.

    5. Tossing Techniques: Instead of mixing with a spatula, try using a tossing motion with your hands (if you’re comfortable) or another tool to lift and fluff the noodles. This can help prevent them from sticking together.

    6. Consider Adding Noodles First: For some recipes, adding the pre-cooked noodles to the wok before adding back the protein and veggies can help incorporate everything better, especially if you’re using a sauce.

    7. Cook Noodles Separately: Some people find that cooking the noodles slightly less than the package instructions (so they’re al dente) and then finishing them off in the wok with the sauce and other ingredients works well for a better integration.

    Experiment with these suggestions, and you should see an improvement in how well your noodles mix with the other stir fry ingredients! Happy cooking!

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