Hamburger Chow Mein

Discover the perfect fusion of comfort food and takeout-inspired flavors with this quick and satisfying Hamburger Chow Mein recipe. Combining savory ground beef, crunchy vegetables, and tender chow mein noodles, this dish brings together the bold flavors of soy sauce, fresh ginger, and sesame oil for an irresistible stir-fry. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan meal is a weeknight favorite that's as easy to make as it is to devour. Packed with colorful bell peppers, carrots, and bean sprouts, it's a vibrant and wholesome way to shake up your dinner routine. Garnished with sliced green onions, this flavorful chow mein is perfect for serving straight from the skillet for a no-fuss meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1.5 cups water
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
• 2 medium carrots, julienned
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 cups bean sprouts
• 8 ounces chow mein noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

Step 3

Brown the ground beef in the skillet, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside on a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the diced onion, sliced celery, sliced bell pepper, and julienned carrots for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and minced ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet, mixing it with the vegetables.

Step 7

Pour the soy sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir well to coat the beef and vegetables, and let the sauce thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the cooked chow mein noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together until well-combined.

Step 9

Drizzle the sesame oil over the dish and gently mix it in.

Step 10

Finally, fold in the bean sprouts and cook for another minute, just until they’re warmed through.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1685.2 grams (1685.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1985

Total Fat 140.20g	180%
Saturated Fat 41.30g	207%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.50g
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 2678mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 99.00g	36%
Dietary Fiber 14.30g	51%
Total Sugars 23.00g
Protein 95.50g	191%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258mg	20%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 2669mg	57%

*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: 61.9%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 19.4%