Description
Easy 15-min. Panda Express Chow Mein is a quick and satisfying dish that brings the flavors of your favorite Chinese takeout right to your kitchen. This delightful stir-fry features chewy chow mein noodles tossed with crunchy cabbage, celery, and onions in a savory sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a flavorful side dish, this recipe allows for customization with your choice of proteins or vegetables. With just 15 minutes of preparation, you’ll enjoy a delicious meal that’s both budget-friendly and easy to make, proving that restaurant-quality food can be achieved at home.
Ingredients
- 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 soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetarian stir fry sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup chicken stock (low-sodium, or cold water)
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (or potato starch)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, vegetarian stir fry sauce, sesame oil, garlic, chicken stock, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.
- Bring water to boil in a large pan. Blanch chow mein noodles for 20-30 seconds until loosened.
- Strain noodles using a colander and do not rinse.
- Heat vegetable oil in the same pan over medium heat. Sauté onions, cabbage, and celery for about 1 minute until softened.
- Add the strained noodles and prepared sauce to the pan; toss everything together until well coated.
- Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken or crispy tofu. Experiment with different vegetables like bell peppers or carrots based on your preference.