Mock Chow Mein

Bring the flavors of an Asian-inspired classic to your kitchen with this quick and easy Mock Chow Mein! Featuring tender egg noodles or spaghetti, crisp, colorful vegetables like julienned carrots, bell peppers, and shredded cabbage, and a savory blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, this dish is a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Sautéed with aromatic garlic and ginger, the stir-fried vegetables remain deliciously crunchy, while the silky noodles soak up every drop of the umami-rich sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners and can be customized with your favorite add-ins. Garnished with chopped green onions for a fresh finish, it delivers all the chow mein vibes without the takeout. Perfect for fans of budget-friendly, homemade comfort food that doesn’t skimp on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams egg noodles or spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cabbage, shredded
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the egg noodles or spaghetti in a pot of boiling salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the carrots, celery, bell pepper, and cabbage to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for 4-5 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil together to create the sauce.

Step 6

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables and pour the sauce over the top. Toss everything together to evenly coat the noodles and vegetables with the sauce.

Step 7

Season with salt (if needed) and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until everything is heated through.

Step 9

Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	927.9 grams (927.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	842

Total Fat 45.70g	59%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.70g
Cholesterol 36mg	12%
Sodium 3509mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 94.40g	34%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 22.00g
Protein 20.30g	41%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245mg	19%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1701mg	36%

*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: 47.3%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 43.4%