Ground Beef Chow Mein

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Ground Beef Chow Mein recipe! Featuring tender chow mein noodles, savory ground beef, and a medley of crisp vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts, this dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and fresh. A rich sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin sauce ties everything together, while a hint of sesame oil adds a nutty aroma. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan meal delivers restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your home. Perfect for busy families or meal prepping, it’s an easy stir-fry that’s sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 12 oz chow mein noodles
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion
• 1 large carrot
• 2 cups green cabbage
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 3 cloves garlic
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 0.25 cup water
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.25 tsp white pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the chow mein noodles and cook according to the package instructions. Drain the noodles and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water to create the sauce. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat, if necessary, and transfer the cooked beef to a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the sliced onion and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the shredded cabbage and bean sprouts to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and mix well with the vegetables. Sprinkle in the white pepper, if using.

Step 7

Add the cooked chow mein noodles to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over the top. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1458 grams (1458.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3190

Total Fat 203.70g	261%
Saturated Fat 51.20g	256%
Polyunsaturated Fat 63.80g
Cholesterol 322mg	107%
Sodium 5106mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 236.40g	86%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 23.40g
Protein 126.10g	252%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 2528mg	54%

*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: 55.8%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 28.8%