Hello fellow foodies! Today, I am excited to share with you a recipe for one of my all-time favorite Chinese takeout dishes – Panda Express Chow Mein. This dish is a perfect combination of chewy noodles, crispy vegetables, and a savory sauce that will have you feeling like you just stepped out of a Panda Express restaurant.
But before we jump into the recipe, let’s take a moment to appreciate the history of chow mein. The dish originated in China and is known for its thin, crispy noodles that are stir-fried with vegetables and protein. Today, chow mein is a popular takeout dish in many countries and has many variations depending on the region.
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π Top tip
Now, let’s get cooking! Here are a few tips to make sure your Panda Express Chow Mein turns out perfectly:
Tip 1: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This recipe calls for a variety of vegetables, so feel free to mix and match based on what you have on hand.
Tip 2: Cook the noodles al dente, as they will continue to cook in the sauce.
Tip 3: Use a wok or large skillet for even cooking and to prevent the vegetables from getting too soggy.
π₯ Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need:
- 1 lb chow mein noodles
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
πͺ Instructions
- Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the sliced red bell pepper, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked noodles to the pan, along with the sauce. Toss everything together until the noodles are well-coated with the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the chow mein hot and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
And there you have it, folks – a delicious copycat recipe for Panda Express Chow Mein that you can make right at home. This dish is a perfect addition to any Chinese-themed dinner party or simply when you’re craving some takeout without leaving your house. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. Happy cooking!
π Recipe
Panda Express Chow Mein Copycat
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb chow mein noodles
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the sliced red bell pepper, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked noodles to the pan, along with the sauce. Toss everything together until the noodles are well-coated with the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the chow mein hot and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
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