Description
Panda Express chow mein brings classic Chinese-American stir-fry magic right to home kitchens with restaurant-quality noodles that dance with crisp vegetables and savory sauce. Quick and satisfying, you’ll master this takeout favorite in minutes, creating a delicious meal that rivals any restaurant version.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 ounces (170 grams) chow mein noodles
- 2 1/2 cups sliced green cabbage
- 1 cup thinly sliced onion
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions, ensuring they are al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Place a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat, adding vegetable oil to create a smooth cooking surface. Introduce sliced onions and shredded cabbage, tossing gently and allowing them to become translucent and slightly tender, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Create a flavor base by blending minced garlic, ginger paste, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until the ingredients form a harmonious, aromatic sauce.
- Transfer the prepared noodles into the vegetable-filled wok, carefully folding them to integrate with the sautéed vegetables. Gradually pour the sauce mixture over the noodles, using tongs or a spatula to ensure complete and even coating.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking and promote uniform heating. Once the noodles are steaming hot and glistening with sauce, remove from heat and plate immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Rinse noodles with cold water after cooking to prevent sticking and maintain a slippery, smooth texture.
- Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Adjust sauce ingredients to personal taste, adding more soy sauce for saltiness or hoisin for sweetness.
- Swap wheat noodles with gluten-free options or use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg