Found my favourite instant noodles: Pan mee today. I am adding my leftover fried onion egg and bought a bunch of choy sum. This is a simple lunch. I know eating too much instant noodles do contains msg. Well, I am adding healthy vegetables and fried egg with it.

Google: “Choy sum, also known as Chinese flowering cabbage or yu choy, is a leafy green vegetable in the Brassica family, commonly used in Asian cuisine, particularly Chinese cooking, and known for its tender, slightly sweet, and mild flavour. Choy sum is a versatile vegetable that can be stir-fried, steamed, added to soups, or used in noodle dishes. Choy sum is a good source of vitamins A and C, which are antioxidants that can help boost the immune system and protect the body against cell damage. It contains calcium and vitamin K, which are essential for maintaining strong bones and reducing the risk of osteoporosis. It is a good source of folate and vitamin B6, which are important for various bodily functions.” 

“Eggs are packed with essential vitamins (A, D, B12), minerals (calcium, zinc, selenium), and antioxidants. Eggs contain lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that support eye health and reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration. Eggs are high in cholesterol, which can raise blood cholesterol levels in some individuals, though the impact is less than that of dietary saturated fats. Consuming too many eggs, especially if part of a calorie-rich diet, can contribute to weight gain.”

” Onions (Allium cepa) are a versatile, pungent vegetable belonging to the Allium family, known for their flavour and potential health benefits, including improved heart health and reduced inflammation, but can also cause digestive issues in some. Onions contain antioxidants like quercetin, which may help protect against cell damage and reduce inflammation. Some studies suggest onions may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, supporting cardiovascular health. Onions contain minerals like potassium and manganese, which are important for bone health.”

I have written down how to cook choy sum and fried onion egg. My lunch is quick, leftovers that is comforting, and delicious. Let’s cook!!!

Ingredients

1 packet pan mee instant noodles soup
water

Fried choy sum

1 bunch of choy sum, cut into bite size
1 Tbs oil
1 Tbs garlic minced
1 Tbs Sha Xing Chinese cooking wine
1 Tsp soy sauce
salt
pepper
water

Fried onion egg

3-4 eggs
1 onion, sliced
1 Tbs oil
salt
pepper

Method

Fried onion egg

Heat oil to medium-high heat in a saucepan. As oil begins to shimmer in the pan, add onions and cook 3-4 minutes until slightly caramelized, stirring often to brown evenly. While onions sizzle, add eggs to a bowl and whisk until yolks and whites are combined.

Add eggs to onions in the saucepan, season with salt and lower heat to medium-low. Gently push the egg from the outer edges of saucepan towards the center of the pan with a spatula, softly creating large folds as you go along all sides of the pan.

Tilt saucepan if necessary to force liquid egg to the outer edges of saucepan and repeat creating folds towards the center. Do this for 2-3 minutes until eggs are cooked to desired doneness. Avoid the urge to turn the heat up at any point to avoid burning the bottom of the eggs. Turn heat off and top eggs with pepper. Transfer to a plate, cover with a foil tent.

Fried choy sum

Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the chopped choy sum and cook until bright green, about 40 seconds. Drain well. Use the same saucepan, wipe the saucepan with paper towel. Heat oil over medium heat, once hot, add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the choy sum, stir, and season with a few pinches of salt.

Continue to cook while stirring regularly for about 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, 2 Tbs water and combine it with the choy sum for another 1 minute. Next add Shao Xing Chinese cooking wine, and toss to mixed well for 1-2 minutes. Season to taste with more salt and pepper as desired. Transfer to a serving platter and cover with foil tent.

Cook pan mee

Put kettle on. Open the pan mee packet, empty the pan mee and condiments that comes with it into a bowl. Once the water boil, pour enough water into bowl with pan mee. Microwave pan mee for 6-8 minutes. In the last 2 minutes, add cooked choy sum around the pan mee soup. Then place fried onion egg on top. Continue to cook until time up. Pan mee is softened and cooked. Bring out carefully from microwave. Enjoy!!!

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