Vegan Chow Mein Recipe
Indulge in the bold flavors and textures of this vegan chow mein recipe, carefully crafted to replicate the classic Chinese dish without any animal products. This recipe is perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone looking for a meatless Monday inspiration.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time
Noodle preparation: 5 minutes
Vegetable stir-fry: 5-7 minutes
Sauce preparation and assembly: 2-3 minutes
Total cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Total Time
27-30 minutes
servings:4-6
8 oz chow mein noodles (or any thin noodles)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
1 cup carrots, julienned
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup snap peas (or snow peas)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece ginger, grated
3 green onions, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Cook the Noodles:
Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sugar (if using). Set aside.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Combine Noodles and Sauce:
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the top and toss everything together to combine.
Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and well coated with the sauce.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 420-520
Protein: 20-25g
Fat: 15-20g
Saturated Fat: 2-3g
Carbohydrates: 55-65g
Fiber: 8-10g
Sugar: 10-12g
Sodium: 400-500mg