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Beef Chow Mein
Beef Chow Mein - the perfect easy one-pan meal for busy weeknights. This authentic Chinese restaurant quality recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and is much healthier than takeout!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 421 kcal
Ingredients
FOR THE SAUCE:
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce oyster sauce leave out & add more soy sauce (if allergic or coconut aminos for paleo)
- 3-4 tablespoons LOW sodium soy sauce gluten free tamari or coconut aminos for paleo
- 1-2 teaspoons honey or sugar
- 1 tablespoon corn starch arrowroot starch for paleo
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice wine or dry sherry leave out if you don't have it in your pantry already
- 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper or red pepper chili flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes or Sriracha optional
- 1 tablespoon water or more as needed to thin out sauce
FOR THE NOODLES:
- 6-8 ounces 225 grams refrigerated / fresh chow mein or egg noodles (see photos in post) (OR can also use cooked dry chow mein, yakisoba or ramen noodles (can also use very thin cooked pasta if needed)
- 8 ounces about 1/2 lb flank steak or sirloin, trimmed of fat, very thinly sliced against the grain
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 4-5 tablespoons cooking oil divided
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage nappa or regular cabbage would work as well
- 1/3 cup shredded or julienned carrots
- 2 green onions cut into 2-inch length
- 1/3 cup mung bean sprouts rinsed and drained (leave out if can't find)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
FOR MEAL PREP:
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the sauce. Measure out 1/2 tablespoon and drizzle over chicken in a separate bowl. Meanwhile, prepare noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
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Heat 1-2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat, for about 2 minutes. The pan needs to be hot enough that you start seeing a little bit of smoke rising.
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Quickly add the beef to the smoking pan and spread the pieces out to a single layer allowing them to sear and brown. Season with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch.
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Cook until the meat is no longer pink (about 30 seconds making sure not to overcook). Quickly transfer beef to a serving plate and set aside. Add the same pan back to the stove and turn the heat to medium-high heat. Add the remaining oil and let it heat up then toss in the broccoli, cabbage, ginger, garlic, and carrots and saute for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
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Add the beef and the noodles into the pan; give the reserved sauce a quick stir then pour over noodles. Use tongs to toss noodles to coat with sauce. Season with more salt, pepper or Sriracha and add more water to thin out the sauce, as needed.
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Stir in bean sprouts and green onions, stirring for 30 seconds to combine then dish out and serve hot topped with sesame seeds.
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For meal prep - divide into even portions in containers and store in fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat any leftovers in microwave or on stovetop.
Recipe Notes
*Beef can be swapped out for shrimp, chicken or tofu.
*Broccoli, spinach, snap peas or bok choy can be used instead of cabbage
Nutrition Facts
Beef Chow Mein
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 421
Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 34mg11%
Sodium 962mg40%
Potassium 377mg11%
Carbohydrates 40g13%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 20g40%
Vitamin A 2125IU43%
Vitamin C 30mg36%
Calcium 41mg4%
Iron 2.9mg16%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.