Chow mein is a popular Chinese noodle dish that is stir-fried with vegetables, meat, and a savory sauce. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a favorite among home cooks and restaurant-goers alike.
This article provides three delicious chow mein recipes that cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. The classic chow mein recipe is a meat-based dish that uses chicken, shrimp, and pork. The vegetarian chow mein recipe is a plant-based version that is packed with colorful vegetables. The shrimp chow mein recipe is a seafood-centric dish that highlights the delicate flavor of shrimp.
All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes. They are perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
CHICKEN CHOW MEIN
When we go out for Chinese food, my husband always orders chicken chow mein. I created this recipe using richer-flavored tamari sauce rather than soy. -Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, salt and ginger until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the mushrooms, celery, onion, pepper and carrot in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; stir-fry 1-2 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with chow mein noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 984mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHOW MEIN NOODLE CASSEROLE
This is a very tasty dish that even my kids love! It can easily be cut in half. It uses soy sauce and chow mein noodles to give it an Asian flair.
Provided by Cindy B :)
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute the ground beef for 5 minutes. Add the onion and celery and saute for 5 more minutes.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the almonds, rice, soup, water and soy sauce. Mix together well and add to the beef mixture. Place this into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with chow mein noodles.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 597.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1513.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CHICKEN CHOW MEIN
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 main course servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Boil the noodles according to package instructions. Drain in a colander in the sink and rinse under cold running water. Shake the colander to drain off excess water and pat the noodles dry with a towel. Heat 1/4 cup of the peanut oil in a large seasoned or non-stick skillet over high heat. Add the noodles, spreading them out to evenly cover the skillet, and fry, turning once, until golden brown and crispy, about 8 minutes. (Break the noodles up, by stirring, near the end of the cooking). Transfer noodles to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt to taste. Set aside. Discard any excess oil and wipe out the pan. Whisk together the chicken broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, cornstarch, and sugar in a small bowl, and set aside. Season the chicken with the dark sesame oil, salt, and pepper, and set aside. Heat the skillet over high heat. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons peanut oil until very hot. Add the ginger, garlic, and scallion and stir-fry, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the chicken and stir-fry, until lightly browned, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add the onion, celery, and mushrooms and stir-fry, until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add the water chestnuts and spread the ingredients to the outside of the pan to form a well in the center. Pour the chicken broth mixture into the well, bring to a boil, and stir to coat the chow mein mixture. Stir in the bean sprouts and remove from the heat. Season generously to taste with pepper. Transfer chicken chow mein to a warm platter and top with the fried noodles. Serve immediately with rice. Pass more soy sauce at the table.
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CHOCOLATE CHOW MEIN CLUSTERS
Chocolate and peanuts are two of my favorite treats, and the combination in this recipe, along with butterscotch, gives this candy a special flavor. My mother made these for Christmas every year, but they're so easy to fix, you can enjoy them anytime.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 8 clusters.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips, stir until smooth. Stir in chow mein noodles and peanuts until well coated. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHOW MEIN
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the peanut oil. Add the carrots, cabbage and onions and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, soy sauce and sesame oil, then toss in the noodles. Top with sliced green onions.
CHICKEN CHOW MEIN
My grandmother got this recipe from a friend over 30 years ago, and I have made additions to it. It's delicious! Serve over cooked white rice or crisp noodles.
Provided by Ruth A. Dawson
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a wok or skillet, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add mushrooms, celery, onions and garlic powder; cook until the onions have wilted. Add chicken broth and baby corn. Continue cooking until celery is cooked but still crisp. Stir in the green beans or bean sprouts and soy sauce.
- Mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl. Slowly stir into vegetables. Sauce should start to thicken a little. Mix in chicken, and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 275.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CHOW MEIN NOODLE COOKIE
An easy drop cookie, perfect for the holidays.
Provided by Carol
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butterscotch chips over low heat, stirring constantly. Stir in chow mein noodles and peanuts.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto foil. Let stand until cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 32.5 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
CHOW MEIN WITH CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES
This stir-fry combines chicken breast, bok choy, zucchini, carrots, snap peas, and chow mein noodles in a flavorful Chinese-inspired sauce.
Provided by Allrecipes
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Whisk soy sauce, corn starch, and sesame oil together in a large bowl until smooth; add chicken strips and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- Combine chicken broth, oyster sauce, and sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet. Cook and garlic in hot oil for 30 seconds; add marinated chicken. Cook and stir until browned and no longer pink in the center, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove chicken mixture to a plate. Cook and stir bok choy, zucchini, snap peas, and carrot in the hot skillet until softened, about 2 minutes. Return noodles and chicken mixture to the skillet. Pour broth mixture into noodle mixture; cook and stir until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Serve garnished with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.5 calories, Carbohydrate 61.7 g, Cholesterol 30.2 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 11.9 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 991.7 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
EASY CHOW MEIN
Some years ago, our daughter welcomed me home from a hospital stay with this Asian dish and a copy of the recipe. Now I freeze leftovers for fast future meals. -Kay Bade, Mitchell, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the celery, Chinese vegetables, gravy mixes and soy sauce. Cover and cook on low until celery is tender, 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve with noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 897mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
MOCK CHOW MEIN HOT DISH
My kids grew up eating this and absolutely love it. They are now serving it to their own families. It's one of my "comfort foods".
Provided by JoAnn
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook ground beef until brown.
- Add onion and celery, cook until almost tender.
- Add remaining ingredients except chow mein noodles.
- Put into a two quart casserole dish.
- Cover and bake at 350 degrees for one hour and fifteen minutes.
- Uncover and layer with chow mein noodles.
- Return to oven, uncovered and bake until noodles are brown, about 15 minutes.
PORK CHOW MEIN
This was a favorite with the grand kids. I sometimes use chicken breast in place of the pork. Serve over rice and crunchy noodles.
Provided by LLGARD
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir pork until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add onion and mushrooms and cook until slightly tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken broth, celery, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Cover skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until pork is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Mix bean sprouts and almonds into pork mixture. Whisk soy sauce and cornstarch together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pork mixture until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 559.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CANTONESE CHICKEN CHOW MEIN
Pan-fried chow mein noodles are tossed in a light Asian sauce and topped with tender slices of chicken and crisp vegetables.
Provided by tishasc22
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Whisk water, 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper together in a bowl until marinade is smooth. Add chicken and marinate, about 15 minutes.
- Stir chicken broth, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar, and sugar together in a bowl until seasoning mixture is well combined.
- Heat 3 tablespoons canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir noodles until golden brown and crisp, about 1 minute. Transfer noodles to a platter.
- Pour the remaining 1 tablespoon into skillet with the oil; cook and stir chicken over high heat until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Add seasoning mixture, celery, carrot, bean sprouts, onion, and green onion; cook and stir until sauce thickens, about 30 seconds. Pour chicken mixture over noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.9 calories, Carbohydrate 59.8 g, Cholesterol 80.5 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 582.8 mg, Sugar 6 g
CHICKEN TERIYAKI CHOW MEIN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, teriyaki sauce, cooking oil, chow mein noodle, onion, carrot, broccoli floret, cabbage, sesame seed
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Time 1h43m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, season the cubed chicken with salt and pepper. Add ¼ cup (of 60 ml) teriyaki sauce and mix until the chicken is well-coated. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- In a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, then add the par-cooked noodles. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the noodles to crisp, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same wok, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, then add the chicken. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until browned on one side, then stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until fully cooked through. Set the chicken aside.
- In the same wok, add 1 tablespoon of oil, the onion, and carrot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onions are translucent. Add the broccoli and cabbage. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes, then season with salt and pepper and cook for 3 minutes more, until the vegetables are soft.
- Add the cooked chicken and crispy noodles back to the wok, along with the remaining ¼ cup (60 ml) teriyaki sauce. Toss well and cook for 2-3 minutes, until everything is well-combined. Garnish with sesame seeds.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 6 grams
BEEF CHOW MEIN
THIS IS my basic recipe for stir-fry. I've tried others but always come back to this one. I have also substituted chicken and chicken broth for the beef and beef broth and found it just as good. -Margery Bryan, Royal City, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Add beef; toss to coat. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm. , Reduce heat to medium. Add vegetables and broth; stir-fry for 4 minutes. Return beef to the pan; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve with chow mein noodles or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORK CHOW MEIN
I give all the credit for my love of cooking and baking to my mother, grandmother and mother-in-law. That trio inspired delicious dishes like this hearty skillet dinner. When we get a taste for stir-fry, this dish really hits the spot. -Helen Carpenter, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut pork into 4x1/4-in. strips; place in a bowl. Add garlic and 2 tablespoons soy sauce. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours., Meanwhile, combine the cornstarch, ginger, broth and remaining soy sauce until smooth; set aside. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok on high; stir-fry pork until no longer pink. , Remove and keep warm. Add carrots and celery; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes. Add the onion, cabbage and spinach; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Stir broth mixture; stir into skillet along with pork. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until thickened. Serve immediately over rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
AUTHENTIC CHINESE PORK CHOW MEIN
No need to order in chow mein when you can make it yourself, this is just as good if not even better than any Chinese restaurant or take-out -- if you prefer more flavor then add in more soy sauce --- if desired after the pork is finished browning you may add in fresh minced garlic and stir for 2 minutes, this is only optional --- you will love this!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Pork
Time 1h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cut meat into thin strips.
- Combine 2 tbsp cornstarch with sugar, blend in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp oil; mix to blend.
- Pour over pork strips; toss well to coat, marinade in mixture for 20 minutes.
- In a wok or large saute pan heat 2 tablespoons shortening; brown the meat lightly on all sides in hot shortening (after browning the pork you may add in chopped garlic and saute for 2 minutes if desired).
- Add remaining 4 tbsp soy sauce and 1-1/2 cups water; simmer, covered on low heat for 45 minutes.
- Add in the celery and onions; simmer for 15 minutes more.
- In a small bowl, blend in remaining cornstarch with 1/4 cup water; stir into meat mixture.
- Add molasses, water chestnuts, bean sprouts and mushrooms; heat thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted almonds.
EASY CHOW MEIN CASSEROLE
Casseroles featuring meat, rice and vegetables are meal-in-one sensations super for weekday suppers.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, crumble beef; sprinkle with garlic pepper. Cook over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
- In ungreased 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish, mix beef, rice, broth, 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce and the water. Stir in vegetables. Cover baking dish with foil.
- Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until rice is tender. Uncover and stir; sprinkle with chow mein noodles and cashews. Bake uncovered 10 to 15 minutes longer or until noodles and cashews are golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
EASY CHICKEN CHOW MEIN
Make and share this Easy Chicken Chow Mein recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lisa1
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large pot, saute celery in oil for apx 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
- Add bean sprouts (if using), mushrooms, water chestnuts, and chicken.
- In a large bowl, blend cornstarch with water.
- When smooth, add chicken broth and soy sauce to bowl.
- Mix well and pour over meat and vegetables.
- Bring to a boil, stirring until sauce thickens.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes.
- Serve over hot, cooked rice and chow mein noodles.
ONE-POT CHICKEN CHOW MEIN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: soy sauce, ginger, garlic, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper flakes, pepper, chicken breasts, onion, celery, carrots, cabbage, ramen noodle, chicken broth, scallion
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, ginger, garlic, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper flakes, and pepper.
- Place chicken cubes into a re-sealable plastic bag pour half of the marinade into the bag and save the rest for later.
- Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
- Pour the marinated chicken into a large pot and cook over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the pot.
- Add sesame oil to the bottom of the pot and add the onion, celery, carrots, and cabbage. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Place both of the ramen noodle bricks into the bottom of the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth over the noodles.
- Cover the noodles with the vegetables as much as possible. Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the noodles are cooked through.
- Break up the noodles and add back the chicken, and pour in the rest of the marinade from earlier.
- Garnish with scallions.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 11 grams
PORK CHOW MEIN IN 30 MINUTES
A very tasty and easy recipe using left over pork roast. It is from a 1973 Betty Crocker "Family Dinners In a Hurry" cookbook.
Provided by Diamondlil
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook and stir pork, onion and celery in oil until onion is tender.
- Stir in mushrooms with liquid, bean sprouts, pimiento and chicken broth.
- Blend soy sauce and cornstarch; stir into vegetable mixture.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir 1 minute. Seve over chow mein noodles.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your chow mein.
- Marinate the chicken or tofu: This will help to tenderize the protein and add flavor.
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions: Be sure not to overcook them, as this will make them mushy.
- Use a large skillet or wok: This will give you plenty of room to stir-fry the ingredients.
- Stir-fry the ingredients quickly and over high heat: This will help to create a nice char on the vegetables and noodles.
- Add the sauce at the end: This will help to prevent the noodles from becoming soggy.
- Serve immediately: Chow mein is best enjoyed fresh.
Conclusion:
Chow mein is a quick and easy dish to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give chow mein a try.
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