Description
Vegetable Chow Mein is a quick and flavorful stir-fried noodle dish featuring crisp vegetables and a savory soy-based sauce—perfect for busy weeknights or takeout cravings.
Ingredients
- 200g chow mein noodles (or thin egg noodles or spaghetti)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced (optional)
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 2 green onions, sliced
- For the sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce or vegan oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package directions, drain, and toss with a bit of sesame oil.
- In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients including cornstarch if using. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add onion, carrots, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
- Add cabbage and cook for another 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add the cooked noodles and sauce. Toss well to coat and heat through.
- Stir in green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use spaghetti or ramen noodles if chow mein noodles aren’t available.
- Add tofu, tempeh, or edamame for protein.
- Swap in seasonal vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms.
- Add chili sauce or flakes for heat.
- Pre-mixing the sauce ensures even distribution.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
