Description
This Easy 15-minute Panda Express Chow Mein recipe is a quick and delicious way to enjoy classic Chinese takeout at home. Tender chow mein noodles are stir-fried with a flavorful mix of vegetables and savory sauces, creating a satisfying dish that’s perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Noodle Sauce:
- 2 tbsp regular soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian stir fry sauce)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup chicken stock (low-sodium, or cold water)
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (or potato starch)
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb chow mein noodles (fresh kind)
- 2 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup celery, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
Instructions
- Noodle Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the noodle sauce ingredients listed above and set aside.
- Blanch Noodles: Bring a large pan of water to a boil. Blanch chow mein noodles for 20-30 seconds until loosened. Strain and set aside.
- Stir-Fry Veggies: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pan. Fry onions, cabbage, and celery until softened, about 1 minute.
- Add Noodles and Sauce: Push veggies to the side, add remaining oil, noodles, and sauce. Toss until noodles are coated.
- Serve: Remove from heat and enjoy your homemade Panda Express Chow Mein!
Notes
- You can customize this chow mein by adding your favorite proteins like chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Panda Express, Chow Mein, Chinese Noodles, Stir-Fry, Quick Dinner
