• 4 oz bean threads (vermicelli may also be used instead)
  • 1 crushed garlic clove
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup chinese black mushrooms
  • 1/2 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup thin sliced chinese cabbage
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced bamboo shoots
  • 1 tbsp dark chinese soy sauce
  • 2 cups bean sprouts
  • 1 tsp light chinese soy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup chinese pea pods
  • 1 cup dark chicken meat
  • 1/4 tsp sugar (optional)

To make the fun see chicken recipe, first slice the chicken in thin strips. Soak bean threads in cold water for some 20 minutes then drain and set aside. There should be 2 cups. Combine 1/2 tsp oil, cornstarch and both soy sauces.

Add the chicken and let stand for 20 minutes.

Now, heat your wok or skillet and add 3 tbsps oil, coating bottom of pan. Rub surface of pan with the garlic clove, then discard. Add marinated chicken and marinade and stir-fry over high heat 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and stir for 1 minute.

Add cabbage and stir-fry for 2 minutes, then bamboo shoots and bean sprouts, stir-frying 1 minute after each addition. Add 2 cups of water, cover and bring to the boil. Remove cover, add noodles and stir well to combine.

Cover and cook 1 minute. Lastly, remove cover, add peas and stir-fry 1 minute. Quickly stir in Sugar, if desired, and remove from heat. Serve the fun see chicken to your hungry guests at once.