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Panda Express Chow Mein

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Panda Express Chow Mein is a homemade version of the popular takeout dish, featuring tender noodles stir-fried with cabbage, celery, and onions in a savory, slightly sweet soy-based sauce. Quick, easy, and full of that classic takeout flavor.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish, Side Dish
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American

Ingredients

  • Chow mein noodles or yakisoba noodles (or spaghetti as a substitute)
  • 2 cups green cabbage (shredded)
  • 1 celery stalk (thinly sliced)
  • 1 onion (sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, for extra depth)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion, celery, and cabbage and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
  4. Add garlic and stir for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the cooked noodles and pour the sauce mixture (soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, and sesame oil) over everything.
  6. Stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes, until the noodles are well-coated and heated through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, if needed, and serve hot.

Notes

  • To turn it into a full meal, add sliced chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • For extra color and crunch, toss in bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.
  • For a spicy kick, stir in sriracha or red pepper flakes at the end.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.

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