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Vegetable Chow Mein Recipe

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A quick and easy Vegetable Chow Mein recipe featuring fresh vegetables and tender lo mein noodles stir-fried in a flavorful soy-based sauce. Perfect for a healthy, satisfying meal in just 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings

Ingredients

Sauce

  • 3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 2 Teaspoons Chili Sauce (e.g., Sriracha)
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Sugar

Vegetables

  • 2/3 cup Carrot (cut into matchsticks)
  • 1 cup Green Cabbage (shredded)
  • 3 Green Onions (separated into bulb and stalks, sliced separately)

Noodles and Aromatics

  • 7 ounces Lo Mein Noodles
  • 2 Tablespoons Oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1 Tablespoon Ginger + Garlic (finely chopped or minced)
  • 2 Tablespoons Water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili sauce, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves, then set aside.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: Shred the green cabbage, cut the carrots into thin matchsticks, and slice the green onion bulbs and stalks separately to use at different stages.
  3. Cook the noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the lo mein noodles and cook for about 3 minutes or according to package instructions until they are halfway cooked to avoid mushiness during stir-frying. Drain and set aside.
  4. Stir-fry ginger, garlic, and onion bulbs: Heat oil in a wok or large pan over low heat. Add the minced ginger, garlic, and sliced green onion bulbs. Stir-fry briefly until fragrant.
  5. Cook the vegetables: Increase the heat to high and add the shredded cabbage and carrot matchsticks. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
  6. Add the noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss them gently to combine with the vegetables and aromatics.
  7. Stir-fry with sauce: Pour the prepared sauce and 2 tablespoons of water over the noodles and vegetables. Stir-fry on high heat for about 2 minutes, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated and heated through but not overcooked. Avoid letting the mixture stick to the pan.
  8. Finish and serve: Top the chow mein with the sliced green onion stalks, mix lightly, and serve hot immediately.

Notes

  • You can prepare fresh ginger and garlic mince or use store-bought paste for convenience.
  • Cooking noodles halfway helps maintain their texture during stir-frying to prevent mushiness.
  • Use high heat during stir-frying to get a nice texture while keeping vegetables crisp.
  • Adjust chili sauce quantity to your heat preference.
  • Lo mein noodles can be substituted with egg noodles or spaghetti in a pinch.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/vegetable-chow-mein-recipe/