Chop Suey(Chow Mein) Recipe

Name: Chop Suey(Chow Mein)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. pork, diced; 3/4 lb. veal, diced; 1/2 lb. beef, diced; (you can use all beef stew meat cut up in smaller pieces); 6 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 c. water; 1 bunch celery (or less according to taste), cut in 1/2-inch pieces; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1/4 c. water; 1 (10 1/2 oz.) can water chestnuts; 1 large can bean sprouts; 1 can mushrooms; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. pork, diced
3/4 lb. veal, diced
1/2 lb. beef, diced
(you can use all beef stew meat cut up in smaller pieces)
6 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 c. water
1 bunch celery (or less according to taste), cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 small onion, chopped
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 c. water
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can water chestnuts
1 large can bean sprouts
1 can mushrooms
salt and pepper

1
Brown meats.
2
Add soy sauce and water.
3
Simmer for 2 minutes. Add cut up celery and onion.
4
Simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
5
(Add some water if necessary.)
6
Blend cornstarch and water and stir into meat mixture.
7
(It is already rather thick.)
8
Add chestnuts, bean sprouts, drained mushrooms and heat through.
9
Season.
10
Serve over chow mein noodles or cooked rice.
11
Can be made a day early and refrigerated.

351

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. pork, diced, 3/4 lb. veal, diced, 1/2 lb. beef, diced, (you can use all beef stew meat cut up in smaller pieces), and more.

Yes, Chop Suey(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!

Chop Suey(Chow Mein)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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