Best 6 Moms American Chop Suey Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with Mom's American Chop Suey, a heartwarming dish that blends Eastern and Western flavors. This versatile recipe offers three delightful variations to satisfy every palate.

1. **Classic American Chop Suey:** Embark on a nostalgic trip with the traditional American Chop Suey. Ground beef or chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce come together in a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

2. **Slow Cooker American Chop Suey:** Experience convenience without compromising taste with the Slow Cooker American Chop Suey. Simply toss in the ingredients, set it and forget it, and return to a hot, comforting meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.

3. **Vegetarian American Chop Suey:** Delight in a meatless marvel with the Vegetarian American Chop Suey. An array of colorful vegetables takes center stage, offering a symphony of flavors and textures. This recipe is a testament to the versatility of this classic dish.

Each variation promises a unique culinary experience, catering to different preferences and dietary choices. Whether you're a meat lover, a veggie enthusiast, or simply seeking comfort food, Mom's American Chop Suey has something for everyone.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MY MOM'S AMERICAN CHOP SUEY



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My mom used to make this all the time. She gave me the recipe one night when I was trying to use up some hamburg. It is something quick to throw together.

Provided by jb41848

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 lb) box elbow macaroni, cooked according to package
1 lb hamburger
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cook Elbows according to package directions.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, brown the hamburg, onion and garlic together until the hamburg is done.
  • Drain off the fat, return to skillet and add in the can of tomatoes.
  • Add the oregano and salt, bring to a boil and then lower heat to a simmer.
  • Let simmer for 30 minutes to blend flavors.
  • After 30 minutes, add the elbows to the hamburg mixture and stir to coat.

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

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.

MOM'S FAMOUS CHOP SUEY AND NOODLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 to 2 1/2 pounds Wah King Noodle Company #4 Chinese Noodles
1 cup soy sauce
4 tablespoons brown sugar
5 tablespoons oil
4 tablespoons oyster sauce
4 chicken breasts slices into thin strips
6 to 8 pork chops sliced into thin strips
4 cups soy sauce
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 slices crushed ginger
4 cloves crushed garlic
2 to 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons sherry
3 bundles green onions
2 heads broccoli
1 head cauliflower
1/2 pounds tender green beans
5 large carrots
1 large jicama
1 bunch celery
1 pound fresh mushrooms
1 pound Chinese snow peas
2 cans sliced water chestnuts
2 cans bamboo shoots

Steps:

  • Boil noodles in water until tender. Drain and convert to large bowl. Add seasoning, soy, brown sugar, oil, oyster sauce and blend well. Spray large metal broiler pan with cooking spray and spread 1/4 of the noodles onto the pan evenly. Bake at 350 degrees, turning noodles every 10 minutes for 30 minutes total, or until dry. Repeat with remaining noodles, baking 1/4 of the batch at a time. Marinate meat separately. Then, set meat aside in separate marinades while preparing vegetables.
  • Clean, wash, and julienne the vegetables. Set each vegetable aside in separate piles. Bring big pot of water to boil. Partially boil each vegetable group separately dipping them in the hot water for 1 minute or less. Do not par-boil the mushrooms or green onions. Saute the mushrooms in butter until cooked. Once the vegetables are all par-boiled or cooked, you can mix them together in a large bowl, along with the green onions.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a hot stir-fry pan. Remove garlic pieces and ginger from the meat marinade. Divide pork and ginger from meat marinade. Divide pork and chicken into 3 batches a piece. Stir fry each batch very quickly until cooked through and mix meats. Set aside.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the hot pan. Stir fry 2 to 3 handfuls of mixed vegetable for half a minute. Stir in small portion of meat mixture. Add 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce while stir frying. Toss together and serve on a bed of noodles. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Be sure to keep the amount of vegetable you are stir frying in small batches until all has been cooked and blended together.

MOM'S AMERICAN CHOP SUEY (1950'S BASIC)



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A school lunchtime classic. Quick and easy to make. Very bland but has remarkable taste. My sister has tried it and say it's just as she remembers Mom's. All you need to finish this recipe is some Kraft shaker cheese to complete the memory. Mom probably got the recipe from a 1950 vintage Betty Crocker cookbook. Quantities are approximate. Mom seldom measured anything. We usually make a double batch. Enjoy. If you add a bit of garlic powder, chili powder and a can of kidney beans you would create Mom's Chili Mac Recipe.

Provided by Mike G.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil (I use olive, mom did'nt)
1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 small yellow onion
1/2 cup green bell pepper
1/2 cup celery
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce (mom used Hunts)
1 (8 ounce) can water
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (mom probably used A1)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
8 ounces elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Clean and dice or chop the veggies as you like.
  • Brown ground beef and onion in oil, drain and return to pan.
  • Add remaining ingredients except pasta and mix. Simmer and stir.
  • Prepare pasta per package, drain.
  • Add to ground beef and mix well.
  • Simmer 10 - 15 minutes. Add water if needed.
  • Tastes even better the next day.

MOM'S AMERICAN CHOP SUEY



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Total comfort food for me. My mother made this when I was growing up and now I make it for my family. This is for a large amount so I can freeze some for another meal. You might need to add another can of tomato soup if it seems to dry. Feel free to add more onions, peppers and mushrooms if you want.

Provided by Mainely Debbie

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large green pepper, Chopped Into Small Pieces
1 large onion, Chopped Into Small Pieces
2 (4 ounce) cans mushrooms, drained well (optional)
3 lbs hamburger
3 (16 ounce) boxes jumbo pasta shells
4 (10 1/2 ounce) cans tomato soup

Steps:

  • In a large sauté pan brown the hamburger until done, then drain the grease well.
  • Add the green pepper, onion, mushrooms if using and the tomato soup and mix well, bring to a boil then simmer while pasta is cooking.
  • Cook pasta to desired tenderness, then drain well.
  • Combine the hamburger and tomato soup mixture well and enjoy.
  • This is total comfort food for me and it brings back memories of my mother in the kitchen. My whole family loved this.
  • NOTE: This makes a lot because you can freeze some for later when you are in a hurry and need to make something quick.

MOM'S AMERICAN CHOP SUEY



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First off, let me say....it's bland. That's the way they cooked way back when!!!! Or maybe my mom did cause my dad was a meat & potato man, nothing spicy for him. I spice our's up by adding stuff!! I'm just giving you her recipe for some real comfort food. Four of us kids(oldest being 71 and youngest being 55) still make this. You have to add what you like to it. I can't change her recipe. Too many memories go along with this recipe.

Provided by Boca Pat

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb thin spaghetti
1 lb ground round
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans tomato soup
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans water
salt and pepper
sharp cheddar cheese, cut in chunks sprinkled on top (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat water to cook spaghetti; then cook al dente and drain Brown meat, onion& green pepper; drain.
  • Put spaghetti back into pot.
  • To spaghetti pot, add drained chop meat mixture, 2 cans of tomato soup, 2 soup cans water, salt& pepper. Cook on medium until heated through stirring so it doesn't stick.
  • This is how mom did it.
  • I add alittle cayenne, but that's about it.
  • I don't want to change it too much.
  • I like the old fashioned memories.
  • Kids like this meal.

Tips:

  • Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have ground pork, you can substitute ground beef or chicken.
  • Add a tablespoon of soy sauce or oyster sauce for a more savory flavor.
  • Serve American chop suey over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This American chop suey recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor, it's a dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this American chop suey recipe a try!

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