Easy Vegetable Chow Mein

Whip up a quick and satisfying dinner with this Easy Vegetable Chow Mein, a vibrant, flavor-packed noodle stir-fry that's ready in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender chow mein noodles coated in a savory trio of soy, oyster, and hoisin sauces, this dish is loaded with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like crispy carrots, crunchy cabbage, and sweet red bell peppers. Perfect for busy weeknights or a healthier takeout alternative, this recipe uses simple cooking techniques like stir-frying to bring out bold and aromatic flavors with ginger and garlic. Garnished with optional sesame seeds, this chow mein is a versatile vegetarian dish that pairs beautifully with your favorite protein or stands alone as a hearty, plant-based main course. A must-try for noodle lovers searching for a quick, delicious, and customizable meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Chow mein noodles
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, minced
• 1 large Carrot, julienned
• 1 Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 cups Green cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup Bean sprouts
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp Hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Water
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and water. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the julienned carrot, red bell pepper, and shredded cabbage to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Add the bean sprouts and sliced green onions to the pan and stir-fry for another minute.

Step 7

Push the vegetables to the sides of the pan and add the cooked noodles to the center.

Step 8

Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles and toss everything together until the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated in the sauce. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and transfer the chow mein to serving plates.

Step 10

Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	826.7 grams (826.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1814

Total Fat 118.20g	152%
Saturated Fat 17.70g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat 61.40g
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 3806mg	165%
Total Carbohydrate 167.00g	61%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 25.30g
Protein 37.10g	74%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296mg	23%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 1362mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.6%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 35.5%