Better Than Takeout Chow Mein Recipe
A perfect blend of chewy noodles, vibrant veggies, and savory sauce makes this Better Than Takeout Chow Mein Recipe a dinner favorite, ready in 20 minutes.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 295kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/8 tsp ground ginger
- pinch salt and pepper
- 12-14 oz refrigerated chow mein noodles*
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 carrot sliced into rounds
- 1/2 yellow onion sliced into strips
- 2 stalks celery sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cup cabbage shredded
- 1 baby bok choy shredded (optional)
- 1/3 cup water chestnuts sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, ginger, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions, about 2-3 minutes. Drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, onion, and celery, and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the cabbage, bok choy, and water chestnuts, then add the cooked noodles. Pour in the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the cabbage and bok choy are slightly wilted. Serve immediately.
Notes
*I used two packages of yakisoba noodles (ramen noodles) and discarded the flavor packets. For more variety, check out your local Asian supermarket—they’ll have a wider selection of noodles.
To STORE leftover Chow Mein, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or FREEZE it in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag for 2-3 months.
To REHEAT, avoid using the microwave as it can create a mushy texture. Instead, reheat in a pan on the stovetop with a little oil over medium heat until warmed through.
Nutrition
Serving: 6serving | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1013mg | Potassium: 177mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2620IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg
