Panda Express Chow Mein
Panda Express Chow Mein is a quick and delicious stir-fry noodle dish made with fresh vegetables, savory sauce, and chewy noodles. A healthier, homemade version of the popular Chinese-American takeout dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fresh chow mein noodles (or fresh yaki soba or ramen noodles)
Celery
Green cabbage
Onion
Neutral oil (e.g., avocado, sunflower, or vegetable oil)
Soy sauce (or low-sodium soy sauce, tamari, or coconut aminos)
Oyster sauce (or vegetarian stir-fry sauce)
Dark soy sauce
Sesame oil
Garlic
Chicken stock (low-sodium)
Cornstarch
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients and set aside.
- Bring a large pan of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Blanch the chow mein noodles for 20-30 seconds until loosened. Drain and set aside (do not rinse with water).
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan and fry onions, cabbage, and celery for about 1 minute, until softened.
- Push the vegetables to the side of the pan, add the remaining oil, and then add the noodles and sauce.
- Toss everything together until the noodles are well-coated with the sauce. Remove from heat and serve.
Notes
- Vegetarian: Omit the chicken stock or use vegetable stock instead.
- Extra protein: Add cooked chicken, beef, or tofu for a protein-packed meal.
- Noodles: You can swap chow mein noodles with any stir-fry noodle like yaki soba or fresh ramen noodles.
- Storage/Reheating: Leftovers can be stored for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in a non-stick pan or microwave. Not freezer-friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://recipesbyjanet.com/panda-express-chow-mein/
