Beef Chow Mein Recipe

Name: Beef Chow Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 1 lb beef sirloin steak, cut into 3 x 1/2 x 1/8-inch strips; 12 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced lengthwise; 2 cups sliced celery; 2 green onions, sliced 1/2-inch thick; 1 small green pepper, cut into narrow strips; 1 ½ cups boiling water; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon msg; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons cold water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 (16 ounce) can Chinese vegetables, drained; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped pimiento

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 lb beef sirloin steak, cut into 3 x 1/2 x 1/8-inch strips
12 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced lengthwise
2 cups sliced celery
2 green onions, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 small green pepper, cut into narrow strips
1 ½ cups boiling water
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon msg
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 (16 ounce) can Chinese vegetables, drained
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped pimiento

1
Heat oil in wok; add beef and stir fry until browned evenly.
2
Remove meat; set aside.
3
Heat more oil, if necessary in wok; stir in mushrooms, celery, onion, and green pepper.
4
Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 2 minutes.
5
Remove vegetables; keep warm.
6
Bring liquid in wok to a boil and stir in cold water, cornstarch, soy sauce, and sugar.
7
Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes.
8
Reduce heat; mix in beef, vegetables, Chinese vegetables and pimiento.
9
Heat thoroughly.
10
Serve hot with chow mein noodles.

1547

kcal

Calories

118

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons cooking oil, 1 lb beef sirloin steak, cut into 3 x 1/2 x 1/8-inch strips, 12 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced lengthwise, 2 cups sliced celery, and more.

Yes, Beef Chow Mein falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Chow Mein

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