Quick and Easy Chow Mein
Whip up a savory and satisfying meal in just 20 minutes with this Quick and Easy Chow Mein recipe, a perfect balance of fresh vegetables and flavorful sauces tossed with chewy chow mein noodles. Featuring a medley of crisp bell peppers, tender cabbage, and sweet carrots stir-fried to perfection, this dish comes together with a rich blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil for an irresistible umami kick. Ideal for busy weeknights, this Asian-inspired classic is both accessible and delicious, offering a restaurant-quality experience right at home. Serve it hot, garnished with vibrant green onions, for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish. Keywords: quick chow mein recipe, easy stir-fry noodles, homemade Chinese noodles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz chow mein noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp pepper
Instructions
Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the sliced onion, julienned carrot, shredded cabbage, and bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Add the cooked noodles to the wok with the vegetables. Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles and toss until everything is coated evenly.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot. Enjoy your quick and easy chow mein!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1291 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 431 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
