Chow Mein for Dummies Recipe

Name: Chow Mein for Dummies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces pork tenderloin, sliced thin & about 1 inch diameter; 3 cups frozen oriental-style vegetables (thawed & drained well); 1 cup fried chow mein noodles; 1 cup low sodium chicken broth (no msg); ¼ cup cashews (rinse to remove salt); 4 teaspoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons peanut oil (canola if you must); ½ teaspoon pure dark sesame oil; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

1
Heat wok or fry pan until extremely hot & leave on high heat throughout cooking.
2
Combine chicken broth, salt,sugar,sesame oil & cornstarch & mix well.
3
Add peanut oil to pan & heat until it smokes slightly.
4
Add pork & stir fry until just cooked.
5
Add veggies & toss with meat.
6
Add nuts & toss.
7
Re mix broth before adding to pan (cornstarch will settle to bottom & be stiff).
8
Stir fry in pan until sauce boils & thickens.
9
Pour over noodles & dig in !

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces pork tenderloin, sliced thin & about 1 inch diameter, 3 cups frozen oriental-style vegetables (thawed & drained well), 1 cup fried chow mein noodles, 1 cup low sodium chicken broth (no msg), and more.

Yes, Chow Mein for Dummies 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 for Dummies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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