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Easy 15-min. Panda Express Chow Mein

Easy 15-min. Panda Express Chow Mein

In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy the savory flavors of this Easy Panda Express Chow Mein right at home! Perfectly cooked chow mein noodles are stir-fried with crunchy cabbage, celery, and onions, all coated in a rich sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. This one-pan dish is not only quick to make but also budget-friendly, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether served as a side or enhanced with protein like chicken or tofu, this chow mein will satisfy your cravings without the takeout hassle.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh chow mein noodles
  • 2 cups thinly sliced cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 1 small sliced onion
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp regular soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian stir fry sauce)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock (low-sodium, or cold water)
  • 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (or potato starch)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauces, oyster sauce, sesame oil, garlic, chicken stock, and cornstarch.
  2. Boil water in a large pan and blanch chow mein noodles for 20–30 seconds. Drain using a colander.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in the same pan and sauté onions, cabbage, and celery until softened (about 1 minute).
  4. Push veggies to one side of the pan; add noodles and prepared sauce to the empty space.
  5. Mix thoroughly until noodles are well-coated in sauce. Serve immediately.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For extra texture, use fresh chow mein noodles instead of dried. Customize with additional vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for variety. Add proteins such as cooked chicken or tofu for a heartier meal.