Best 3 Dads Easy American Chop Suey Recipes

Craving a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's both delicious and versatile? Look no further than American Chop Suey! This classic dish is a delightful medley of ground beef, tender vegetables, and a savory sauce, all harmoniously combined in a single skillet. American Chop Suey is not only a culinary crowd-pleaser but also incredibly adaptable to various dietary preferences.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey through three enticing variations of American Chop Suey. First, we'll introduce you to the traditional recipe, featuring succulent ground beef, crisp vegetables, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Next, we'll unveil a vegetarian rendition that swaps out the ground beef for hearty tofu, showcasing the versatility of this dish. Finally, we'll present a gluten-free version that utilizes alternative ingredients to cater to those with dietary restrictions. So, get ready to explore the diverse flavors of American Chop Suey and discover your new favorite comfort food!

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AMERICAN CHOP SUEY RECIPE

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This American chop suey puts another fun spin on an Asian classic while making it totally unique and delicious.

Provided by Kristen Carli,Tasting Table Staff

Categories Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pound elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 yellow onion, diced
1 pound ground beef
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a separate large pot, add the butter. Once melted, add the onion. Sauté for 8 minutes until onion is translucent.
Add the beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until it is no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Add the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, tomato paste, dried oregano, cooked pasta, and remaining salt and pepper to the pot.
Stir well until combined.
Top with Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Carbohydrate 70 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 59 mg cholesterol, Fat 19 g fat, Fiber 6 g fiber, Protein 26 g protein, SaturatedFat 7 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 792 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1 g

AMERICAN CHOP SUEY

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Note from the owners: Since we were on the Food Network, we have received thousands of e-mails wanting our recipe for American Chop Suey. Well, Carol has decided to unlock her recipe vault, so here you go!

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Kosher salt
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14.5-ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 cup tomato paste
2/3 cup tomato juice
Pinch of sugar
1 pound elbow macaroni

Steps:

1. Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Then add the ground beef and continue to cook, stirring and breaking up the chunks of meat with a spoon. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Sprinkle the herbs and pepper over the meat, add salt to taste, and mix in well.
2. Add the canned tomatoes with their juices, the tomato sauce, paste, and juice. Add sugar to taste. Simmer while you cook the pasta.
3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain. Mix the macaroni into the chop suey. Serve hot.

DADS EASY AMERICAN CHOP SUEY

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My dad would make this on a saturday night as a special dinner and serve it with garlic bread, homemade of course!

Provided by sherry monfils

Categories Turkey

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 Tbsp minced garlic from a jar, in olive oil
1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes w/ italian seasonings
1 lb lean ground beef, i used ground turkey breast
salt and pepper to taste
hot sauce to taste
2 c elbow macaroni, i used ronzoni healthy harvest
1 Tbsp canola oil

Steps:

1. Heat oil in lg skillet over medium heat. Add onions, peppers and garlic. Saute for about 5 mins. Add beef or ground turkey. Cook until browned.
2. Place all ingredients in lg pot. Add tomatoes. Cover, simmer over med-low. Cook pasta as directed, but only until almost done. Drain. Add pasta to pot. Simmer 1/2 hr. Season w/ salt, pepper and hot sauce.

Tips:

Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink.
Drain the ground beef and set it aside.
Add the vegetables to the skillet and cook until they are tender.
Add the ground beef, soy sauce, water, and cornstarch to the skillet and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Serve over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

This easy American chop suey recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and ground beef. It is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The combination of vegetables, ground beef, and sauce is delicious and satisfying. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal.