Chop Suey Stir-Fry (Printable Version)
A vibrant stir-fry featuring tender meat and crisp vegetables in a savory sauce. Ready in 35 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 10 oz boneless chicken breast or pork, thinly sliced (or substitute with firm tofu for vegetarian option)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, sliced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 cup bean sprouts
05 - 1 cup napa cabbage, chopped
06 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
07 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
08 - 3.5 oz mushrooms, sliced
→ Aromatics
09 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Sauce
11 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian alternative)
13 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
14 - 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
15 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
16 - 2/3 cup chicken or vegetable broth
→ Oil & Seasonings
17 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
18 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, rice wine, sesame oil, and broth in a small bowl. Set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken or pork (or tofu), season lightly with salt and pepper, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until just cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
03 - Add remaining oil to the wok. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add onions, carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
05 - Stir in mushrooms and cabbage. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
06 - Return cooked meat or tofu to the pan. Pour in prepared sauce and toss to combine.
07 - Add bean sprouts and stir-fry everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce has thickened.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sauce comes together in minutes but tastes like it simmered for hours
- Perfect for clearing out the vegetable drawer with whatever you have on hand
02 -
- Crowding the wok makes everything steam instead of fry, so cook in batches if your pan isn't big enough
- The sauce continues thickening off the heat, so remove the pan just before it looks perfect
03 -
- Prep every single ingredient before you turn on the stove because stir-frying moves incredibly fast
- Warm your serving bowls in the oven so the food stays piping hot longer