Whenever we order this, it’s always too much gravy and soggy noodles.
Making it this way means you can enjoy the crispy noodles exactly how you like them.
This air fryer version skips the deep-frying and pan frying. There's no oil splatter, no hovering over the stove and you get the same restaurant-style crunch in a fraction of the time and effort!
Why I Love It:
✔️ A balanced one-pan meal - protein, carbs, and veggies all in one
✔️ Crispy noodles without deep-frying or mess
✔️ Comforting, nostalgic flavours made lighter and faster
✔️ A little restaurant magic recreated at home
Ingredients:
(Serves 3-4)
- 1 packet Cantonese egg noodles
- 2 boneless chicken thighs, skin removed and sliced
- Handful of prawns
- Handful of xiao bai cai / Shanghai greens
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 slices ginger, minced
- 1 carrot, minced
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- Avocado oil spray
- 800ml water or chicken stock
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp corn starch dissolved in 3 tbsp water
- White pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
For garnish:
Sliced red chilli in soy sauce
Pickled green chilli
Marinade for chicken:
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp corn flour
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Instructions:
1. Loosen the egg noodles and pour over boiling water.
2. Mix gently with chopsticks, then drain immediately.
3. Layer noodles in the air fryer, spray lightly with oil, and air fry at 190°C for 15–20 minutes, turning once halfway through.
4. Meanwhile, marinate the chicken.
5. In a pan, heat oil and sauté ginger, garlic, and carrots until fragrant.
6. Push to one side, add the chicken, and let it brown.
7. Add the prawns and cook until just pink.
8. Pour in water or stock, then add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and vegetables.
9. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the gravy.
10. Slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs, stirring gently to create silky ribbons.
11. Finish with a touch of white pepper and sesame oil.
12. Ladle the hot wat dan gravy over your crispy noodles and serve immediately.
To serve:
Best enjoyed with sliced red chilli in soy sauce and pickled green chilli.
👶🏻 Toddler-Friendly Tip:
Boil the noodles if you prefer something soft, and ladle extra wat dan gravy over the top before adding seasoning for adults.
Serve with plain prawns or shredded chicken on the side for little ones who prefer simpler textures.
