Description

Indulge in a delightful homemade version of Easy 15-min. Panda Express Chow Mein that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This quick and flavorful dish features chewy chow mein noodles stir-fried with crunchy cabbage, celery, and onions, all coated in a savory sauce. In just one pan, you’ll create a satisfying meal that’s not only budget-friendly but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether served as a side dish or a main course, this chow mein is sure to impress family and friends alike!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb fresh chow mein noodles
2 cups thinly sliced cabbage
1 cup sliced celery
1 small sliced onion
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp regular soy sauce
1/2 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 tbsp vegetarian stir fry sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock
1/2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauces, vegetarian stir fry sauce, sesame oil, garlic, chicken stock, and cornstarch. Set aside.
Heat water in a large pan until boiling. Blanch chow mein noodles for 20-30 seconds until loosened. Drain in a colander.
In the same pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and sauté onions, cabbage, and celery for about one minute until softened.
Push the veggies to the side of the pan. Add the drained noodles and pour in the prepared sauce. Toss everything together until well combined.
Remove from heat and serve hot.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stir-frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to add proteins like grilled chicken or crispy tofu to make it heartier. For extra crunch, consider topping with chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds.