Panda Express Chow Mein Recipe
A quick and easy homemade Panda Express Chow Mein recipe, featuring chewy noodles, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce, perfect for satisfying your takeout cravings in minutes. Customize it with your favorite protein and extra veggies for a delicious meal that's healthier and more affordable than ordering out.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings
- Category: Asian, Main Course, Noodles
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fresh Chow Mein Noodles (or substitute with fresh ramen or yaki soba noodles)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (neutral oil like avocado or canola)
1/2 onion, sliced
1 cup cabbage, chopped into strips
1/2 cup celery, sliced thinly
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 cup chicken stock (low-sodium)
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
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In a small bowl, mix together the sauce ingredients (soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, chicken stock, and cornstarch). Set aside.
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Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the chow mein noodles for 20-30 seconds until they loosen up. Drain and set aside without rinsing them.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté onions, cabbage, and celery for about 1 minute, until softened.
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Push the vegetables to the side of the pan and add the remaining oil. Add the noodles to the pan and pour in the prepared sauce.
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Toss everything together until the noodles are fully coated with the sauce. Remove from heat and serve.
Notes
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Vegetarian Option: Substitute vegetable stock for chicken stock and use a vegetarian stir-fry sauce instead of oyster sauce.
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Protein Option: Add chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu for a protein-packed version.
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Extra Veggies: Add snap peas, bell peppers, or mushrooms for more texture and flavor.
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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a non-stick pan or microwave for 2-3 minutes.
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