Description
Enjoy a homemade version of Panda Express Chow Mein—a quick and delicious stir-fry made with tender chow mein noodles, sautéed cabbage, onions, and a flavorful garlic-ginger soy sauce. This healthy homemade recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, making it a great option for quick dinner ideas. Serve it as a side dish or add protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a high-protein recipe.
Ingredients
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- 6 ounces chow mein noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 1/2 cups sliced green cabbage (about 1/3 cabbage)
- 1 cup thinly sliced onion (about 1/2 medium onion)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste (or grated ginger)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Noodles:
- Prepare the chow mein noodles according to the package directions.
- Drain the noodles and set them aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced onion and cabbage, stirring occasionally, and cook until tender (about 5 minutes).
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, ginger paste, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, salt, and pepper.
Combine Everything:
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.
- Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly.
Finish Cooking & Serve:
- Cook for a few more minutes, stirring frequently, until the noodles are heated through.
- Remove from heat and serve fresh!
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
- Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Adjust seasoning to taste by adding more hoisin sauce or a dash of sesame oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg