Vegan Panda Express Style Chow Mein
Transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant flavors of your favorite takeout with this Vegan Panda Express Style Chow Mein recipe! Perfectly chewy chow mein noodles are stir-fried with crisp cabbage, sweet carrots, crunchy celery, and aromatic garlic, all tossed in a savory umami-packed soy sauce blend enhanced with just a hint of sweetness. This plant-based version of the Panda Express classic is made in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. Finished with a sprinkle of white pepper and garnished with fresh green onions, this dish is bursting with bold flavors and textures while staying completely vegan. Pair it with your favorite spring rolls or enjoy it on its own—this crowd-pleaser is sure to delight vegans and carnivores alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Chow mein noodles
- 2 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 medium, thinly sliced White onion
- 2 stalks, sliced diagonally Celery
- 2.5 cups, shredded Cabbage
- 1 large, julienned Carrot
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 0.25 tsp White pepper
- 2 sliced Green onions
Instructions
Start by cooking the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop cooking, and then set them aside.
In a large wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced white onion and celery to the pan, and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, and minced garlic to the pan. Continue to stir-fry for another 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Push the vegetables to one side of the pan, and pour the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil into the empty side. Add the cooked noodles to the pan on top of the oil.
Pour the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar over the noodles. Toss everything together using tongs until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
Sprinkle with white pepper and continue to stir-fry until the noodles are heated through and mixed well with the vegetables.
Remove from the heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade Vegan Panda Express Style Chow Mein!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1647 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.7 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 50.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4353 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1388 mg | 30% | |
*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.
