How I make American Chopsuey with Indomie Friend noodles in Air fryer

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American Chop Suey (Air Fryer Version) with Indomie Fried Noodles

This is my shortcut version of American Chop Suey using Indomie fried noodles and the air fryer. Honestly, it turned out so good that I don't miss the deep-fried version at all! The noodles come out wonderfully crisp, and the dish is packed with flavour. It's one of those meals that you just can't stop going back for.

The part I dislike most about making Chop Suey is standing in front of the stove frying batch after batch of noodles. So when my family requested it recently, I decided to try air frying the noodles instead—and it worked beautifully!


1. Prepare the Crispy Noodles


Ingredients


  • 4 packets Indomie Fried Noodles
  • Water, for boiling
  • Oil, for coating
  • Cornstarch, for coating

Method

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  • Add the noodles and cook for 3 minutes, or according to the instructions on the packet.
  • Drain the noodles well.
  • Spread the noodles on a wide plate lightly greased with oil.
  • Spray or drizzle a little more oil over the noodles.
  • Sprinkle cornstarch over them and toss gently until evenly coated.
  • Air Frying
    • Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and lightly spray with oil.
    • Spread the noodles in a thin, even layer. Avoid overcrowding.
    • Spray a little more oil on top.
    • Air fry at 205°C for 8 minutes or until golden brown.
    • Carefully flip the noodles and air fry for another 4–5 minutes, or until evenly golden and crispy.

Note: Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer. I cooked mine in 2 batches, but this will depend on the size of your basket.

    • Once done, allow the noodles to cool completely on a wire rack or mesh basket before transferring them to an airtight container. This helps them stay crisp.


2. Prepare the Chicken & Vegetable Sauce


Ingredients


  • For the Chicken
    • Chicken breast
    • Salt
    • Black pepper
    • Soy sauce
    • Paprika powder
  • For the Sauce
    • Onion, sliced
    • Ginger-garlic paste
    • Spring onions (white part)
    • 1 carrot, julienned
    • Cabbage, finely chopped
    • Capsicum, sliced
    • Salt
    • Black pepper
    • Paprika powder
    • Sesame oil (or any cooking oil)
    • Soy sauce
    • Ketchup
    • Hot sauce or chilli sauce
    • Vinegar
    • Jaggery
    • 1 cup water
    • 1–2 tsp cornstarch mixed with a little water
    • Seasoning sachets from the noodle packets
    • Honey or date molasses (optional)
    • Julienned ginger
    • Sesame seeds

Method

  • Marinate the chicken breast with salt, pepper, soy sauce and paprika powder.
  • Cook the chicken in a pan until fully cooked.
  • Remove from the pan and cut into small bite-sized pieces.
  • In the same pan, add a little sesame oil (or any oil of your choice).
  • Add the ginger-garlic paste, sliced onion and the white part of the spring onions. Sauté until fragrant.
  • Add the carrot and cabbage. Sauté for a few minutes.
  • Add the capsicum and continue sautéing.
  • Season with salt, pepper and paprika powder.
  • Add the soy sauce, ketchup, hot sauce, jaggery and a little vinegar. Mix well.
  • Pour in 1 cup water and bring to a boil.
  • Add the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
  • Turn off the heat and stir in:
  • Noodle seasoning sachets
  • Honey or date molasses (if using)
  • Julienned ginger
  • Sesame seeds
  • Add the cooked chicken back to the sauce and mix well.

3. For Serving


Ingredients


  • Crispy noodles
  • Chicken and vegetable sauce
  • 4–6 sunny-side-up eggs (or as desired)
  • Spring onion greens, chopped
  • Parsley, chopped
  • Sesame seeds

Assemble

  • American Chop Suey is best assembled just before serving so the noodles stay nice and crispy.
  • Place the crispy noodles in a serving dish.
  • Spoon the hot chicken and vegetable sauce generously over the noodles.
  • Top with sunny-side-up eggs.
  • Garnish with spring onion greens, chopped parsley and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy every crunchy, saucy, flavour-packed bite!
This air fryer version is quicker, easier and every bit as satisfying as the traditional one. 🍜✨





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