Panda Express Chow Mein

Panda Express Chow Mein

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
25 min

This copycat Panda Express chow mein is just as good as the real deal! Skip takeout tonight and make this traditional Chinese dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 12 ounces fresh chow mein (or yakisoba) noodles
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diagonally sliced
  • 2 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and white pepper. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, but undercook them slightly. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and celery, stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until the onions start to become translucent.

  4. 4

    Add cabbage to the wok and stir-fry for an additional minute.

  5. 5

    Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and add minced garlic and grated ginger to the empty space. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Add the cooked noodles to the wok and pour the prepared sauce over them. Toss everything together, ensuring the noodles and vegetables are well-coated with the sauce.

  7. 7

    Continue to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Or until the noodles are heated through and have absorbed the sauce.

  8. 8

    Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy!