Chow Mein Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Chow Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. pork, beef, chicken or shrimp, cut in thin slices; 3 c. celery, sliced diagonally; 2 c. onions, sliced lengthwise; 3/4 c. mushrooms (fresh or canned), drained; 3 c. fresh bean sprouts; 1 Tbsp. fresh ginger, chopped; 1 tsp. sugar; 3 Tbsp. cornstarch; 5 Tbsp. soy sauce; 3/4 c. soup stock or bouillon; 1 Tbsp. oil

Servings: persons

1
Cook rice.
2
Prepare and have ready the first 5 ingredients. Combine in a small bowl the next 5 ingredients.
3
Heat in large skillet the oil.
4
Add meat; stir-fry just until done.
5
Remove from heat.
6
In another skillet, stir-fry in 1 tablespoon oil each vegetable just until slightly cooked.
7
Add each vegetable to meat skillet after stir-frying.
8
Just before serving, reheat meat mixture and add sauce.
9
Cook just until sauce thickens and clears. Serve hot with rice.

370

kcal

Calories

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. pork, beef, chicken or shrimp, cut in thin slices, 3 c. celery, sliced diagonally, 2 c. onions, sliced lengthwise, 3/4 c. mushrooms (fresh or canned), drained, and more.

Yes, Chow Mein falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Chow Mein

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Variations & substitutions

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