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Panda Express Chow Mein

Delicious Panda Express Chow Mein Made at Home in 30 Minutes

This homemade Panda Express Chow Mein is a customizable delight that’s ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can swap for red onion
  • 2 stalks Celery Replace with bell peppers for sweetness
  • 2 cups Cabbage Can substitute with bok choy
  • 3 stalks Scallions Reserve some for garnish
For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Chow Mein or Yakisoba Noodles Dried ramen is a suitable substitute
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with sesame oil for richer flavor
  • 4 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Swap for mushroom sauce for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can be omitted if not available
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Paste Fresh minced garlic works well too
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Paste Substitute with fresh grated ginger if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey or agave syrup can serve as replacements
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Use black pepper for bolder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot powder is a suitable alternative

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Make the Sauce
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, garlic paste, ginger paste, brown sugar, white pepper, and cornstarch until well-combined.
  2. Set this flavorful Panda Express Chow Mein sauce aside to allow the flavors to meld while you prepare the vegetables.
Cook the Vegetables
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add the chopped yellow onion, diced celery, and shredded cabbage; sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender yet still crisp.
Add Noodles
  1. Increase the heat to high, then add the chow mein noodles and any seasoning packets included, stirring to combine with the sautéed vegetables.
  2. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodle-vegetable mixture, ensuring even coating. Toss everything together gently but thoroughly, allowing the noodles to absorb the flavors for about 2 minutes.
Finish Cooking
  1. Continue stir-frying the Panda Express Chow Mein for an additional 3-5 minutes, keeping an eye on the dish.
Serve
  1. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the chow mein to serving plates. Garnish with reserved chopped scallions.
  2. Serve immediately for the best taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months.

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