Step 1

Stir the cornstarch, rice wine and sesame oil together in a bowl, then add the beef to it, ensuring that all its surfaces are well covered. Marinate at least 2 hours but preferably overnight.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a large wok until very hot, then brown the beef quickly then set the meat aside.

Step 3

Next, add the garlic and ginger and fry for 1 minute, stirring the ingredients constantly.

Step 4

Add the carrots and mangetout and stir fry the vegetables for 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cooked noodles, sprouts and beef, then pour over soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar and sesame oil.

Step 6

Stir the chow mein vigorously until all items are well covered with the sauce.

Step 7

Serve immediately with spring onions sprinkled on top.