Best 9 Best Beef Chow Mein Recipes

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Beef chow mein is a versatile and flavorful dish made with tender beef, colorful vegetables, and soft noodles, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Originating from China, this dish has become popular worldwide for its deliciousness and ease of preparation. With various recipes available, finding the best beef chow mein can be daunting. This article presents a comprehensive guide to help you uncover the ultimate recipe for a tantalizing and authentic beef chow mein. From selecting high-quality ingredients to mastering the cooking techniques, we will explore the secrets of creating a scrumptious and unforgettable beef chow mein that will satisfy your cravings and impress your taste buds.

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BEEF CHOW MEIN



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This easy and hearty Beef Chow Mein is great for weeknight dinners. A complete meal cooked in just one pot with beef mince, rice and veggies. The whole family will love this delicious Beef Chow Mein recipe.

Provided by Cassie Heilbron

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon Olive Oil
1 Brown / Yellow Onion, diced
1 Celery Stalk, finely sliced
500g / 1.1 lbs Beef Mince / Ground Beef
2 tsps Curry Powder
2 1/2 cups Water
2 tbsps Powdered Chicken Stock
1 Carrot, peeled and finely diced
1 cup Basmati Rice, OR use long grain white rice
2 tbsps Soy Sauce, more to serve
1/2 cup Green Beans, sliced
1/2 Green or Sugarloaf Cabbage, finely shredded

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large wok or frying pan on medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until onion softened, approx. 1-2 minutes.
  • Add mince / ground beef, and cook, stirring to break it up, until browned - approx. 5-8 minutes.
  • Add curry powder and stir through for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Add 2 cups of water, carrot, powdered chicken stock, rice and soy sauce and stir to combine. The water should cover the mince completely, so if it hasn't, add a touch more.
  • Bring to the boil, then place the lid on and reduce to a simmer. Stir occasionally for 10 minutes, or until water absorbs and rice is cooked.
  • Add ½ a cup water to the wok, then pour in the green beans and cabbage and stir through. Place the lid on and cook for a few minutes, allowing the cabbage to steam.
  • Serve with extra soy sauce and sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 89 milligrams cholesterol, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Sodium 1242 grams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar

BEEF CHOW MEIN



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This is a original recipe by Ri Le from a Restaurant here called Ri-Le Vietnamese Family Restaurant. Prep time includes marinating time.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 ounces beef sirloin or 2 ounces rump roast, trimmed of all fat and sliced thin
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
4 teaspoons fish sauce or 4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 cup broccoli floret
1/4 cup thinly sliced carrot
2 small mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced bamboo shoot
4 -5 snow peas, sliced
1/4 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
1 cup napa cabbage
2 -3 teaspoons oyster sauce
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place sliced beef in a small bowl.
  • Add dash of salt, dash of pepper and 1/2 tsp minced garlic.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • In a small bowl, combine next 5 ingredients.
  • Set aside.
  • Heat skillet or wok over high heat.
  • Stir-fry beef until cooked throughout.
  • Add next 6 ingredients.
  • Stir and shake pan constantly for 2-3 minutes more until vegetables just start to become aromatic.
  • Blend in fish sauce mixture.
  • Add onion, cabbage and oyster sauce.
  • Continue to stir-fry approximately 1 minute or until crisp tender.
  • Serve over hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.9, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 21.3, Sodium 1981.3, Carbohydrate 74, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 10, Protein 14.6

BEEF CHOW MEIN



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This authentic Cantonese version of chow mein features fresh egg noodles, which are fried into a cake that softens slightly when topped with a meat and vegetable sauce. Be careful not to mistake wonton noodles for Chinese egg noodles - although they look similar, wonton noodles don't have the same rich texture.

Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Wok     Beef     Mushroom     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Broccoli     Noodle     Gourmet     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 oz fresh thin Chinese egg noodles* (also called Hong Kong noodles; not wonton noodles)
1 (1/2-lb) piece flank steak
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine (preferably Shaoxing) or medium-dry Sherry
2 tablespoons oyster sauce*
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
3 scallions, cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup)
5 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps quartered (2 1/2 cups)
6 oz choy sum, cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces (2 1/2 cups) or 1-inch-wide broccoli florets
Special Equipment
a well-seasoned 14-inch wok (preferably flat-bottomed)

Steps:

  • Bring 8 cups unsalted water to a boil in a 6- to 8-quart pot, then add noodles, stirring to separate, and cook 15 seconds. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water until noodles are cool, then shake colander briskly to drain excess water.
  • Cut steak with the grain into 1 1/2- to 2-inch-wide strips. Cut each strip across the grain into 1/4-inch-thick slices and put in a medium bowl. Using your hands, toss beef with sugar, sesame oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice wine, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Let beef marinate at room temperature while preparing remaining ingredients.
  • Stir together remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice wine, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1/4 teaspoon white pepper in a small bowl until smooth, then stir in chicken broth.
  • Heat wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within 1 to 2 seconds of contact, then add 1/2 cup peanut oil and heat until just smoking. Carefully add noodles all at once, flattening top to form a 9-inch cake. Cook until underside is golden, 4 to 5 minutes, rotating noodle cake with a metal spatula to brown evenly and lifting edges occasionally to check color. Carefully flip noodle cake over with spatula and tongs, then cook, rotating cake, until other side is golden, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer noodle cake to a large paper-towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Discard any oil remaining in wok and wipe out wok with paper towels.
  • Transfer drained noodle cake to a platter and loosely cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Heat wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within 1 to 2 seconds of contact. Pour 1 tablespoon peanut oil down side of wok, then swirl oil, tilting wok to coat sides. Add beef, spreading pieces in 1 layer on bottom and sides as quickly as possible. Cook, undisturbed, letting beef begin to brown, 1 minute, then stir-fry until meat is just browned on all sides but still pink in center, about 1 minute. Transfer meat and any juices to a plate.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to wok over high heat. When oil just begins to smoke, add ginger and garlic and stir-fry 5 seconds, then add scallions and stir-fry 30 seconds. Add mushrooms and stir-fry until softened, about 3 minutes. Add choy sum and stir-fry until leaves are bright green and just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes (if using broccoli, cook until almost crisp-tender). Stir broth mixture, then pour into wok and stir-fry until sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Add beef and stir to coat. Return mixture just to a boil, then pour over noodle cake.
  • *Available at Uwajimaya (800-889-1928).

BEEF CHOW MEIN



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THIS IS my basic recipe for stir-fry. I've tried others but always come back to this one. I have also substituted chicken and chicken broth for the beef and beef broth and found it just as good. -Margery Bryan, Royal City, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 pound beef tenderloin, cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cups assorted fresh vegetables
1/3 cup beef broth
Chow mein noodles or hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Add beef; toss to coat. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm. , Reduce heat to medium. Add vegetables and broth; stir-fry for 4 minutes. Return beef to the pan; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve with chow mein noodles or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEALTHY BEEF CHOW MEIN



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Swap your weekly takeaway for this healthy beef chow mein - it's quick to cook and low in fat and calories

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 wholemeal noodle nests (85g)
2 tsp rapeseed or sesame oil
200g lean fillet steak, fat removed and cut into strips
1 small red onion (100g), finely chopped
15g piece of ginger, peeled and finely chopped
160g chestnut mushrooms, thickly sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
160g ready-to-eat beansprouts
1½ tsp tamari
1 tbsp brown rice vinegar
4 spring onions (65g), cut into diagonal lengths

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles following pack instructions. Meanwhile, heat half the oil in a wok and stir-fry the beef over a high heat for 30 seconds until browned. Tip onto a plate, set aside, then add the remaining oil to the wok. Stir-fry the onion and ginger until softened. Add a drop of water to prevent burning, if needed and cook covered for 2-3 mins.
  • Stir in the mushrooms and garlic, and fry until they start to soften (around 3 mins), then add the beansprouts and cook for a minute or two more until piping hot.
  • Mix the tamari and vinegar together in a small bowl with 2 tbsp water. Add the drained noodles to the wok, toss well, then add the tamari mixture, spring onions and the beef. Stir-fry for a few minutes until heated through. Season with plenty of black pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 41 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

GROUND BEEF CHOW MEIN



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Make and share this Ground Beef Chow Mein recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pam-I-Am

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean ground beef
1 1/2 cups celery, sliced
1 (16 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (or paste)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons water
4 cups chow mein noodles (or hot cooked rice)

Steps:

  • Brown and drain ground beef.
  • Add celery, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, mushrooms, broth, pimientos, soy sauce and ginger; heat over medium heat and mix well.
  • In a small bowl or jar, mix cornstarch and water until smooth.
  • Stir cornstarch mixture into beef mixture. Cook until it is bubbly and slightly thickened.
  • Serve over chow mein noodles or cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.3, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 59, Sodium 1177.9, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 7.2, Protein 27.3

SPICY BEEF AND BROCCOLI CHOW MEIN



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I just mixed familiar Asian flavors together to make this oh-so-simple dish. Sometimes simplicity makes the best dishes. This is fast dinner to whip up any night to break the normal dish routine.

Provided by Raquel Teixeira

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 4h20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons chile sauce
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ pound thinly-cut flat iron steaks
1 cup broccoli florets
6 ounces dried chow mein noodles
1 tablespoon olive oil, or more as needed
¼ white onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, red wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, honey, chile sauce, and black pepper together in a bowl until marinade is smooth. Brush marinade onto steak strips and broccoli, reserving some for the noodles. Refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook chow mein noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion for 3 minutes. Add garlic and beef-broccoli mixture; cook and stir until beef is cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Add noodles and reserved marinade; toss using tongs and cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.8 calories, Carbohydrate 66.1 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 2884.6 mg, Sugar 16 g

BEEF & BROCCOLI CHOW MEIN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: water, cornstarch, soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, white pepper, flank steak, salt, cooking oil, chow mein noodle, onion, broccoli floret, sesame oil, scallion

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
salt, to taste
3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
6 oz chow mein noodle, hong kong style pan fried noodles, par cooked according to package instructions
½ cup onion, sliced
1 cup broccoli floret
2 teaspoons sesame oil
scallion, sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a 2-cup (480 ml) liquid measuring cup, combine the water, cornstarch, soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, and white pepper.
  • In a medium bowl, season the steak strips with salt. Pour half of the sauce over the meat and set the rest aside for later. Mix the sauce with the steak, cover with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • In a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, then add the par-cooked noodles. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the noodles to crisp, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • In the same wok, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and the marinated beef. Cook the beef for 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes, or until slightly crispy. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  • In the same wok, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil and add onion and broccoli. Season with salt, then stir and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.
  • Return the steak to the wok, followed by the crispy noodles and sesame oil. Mix well and pour in the reserved sauce. Toss gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until everything is well-combined. Garnish with sliced scallions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 4 grams

GROUND BEEF CHOW MEIN



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My grandma used to make a fabulous chop suey with pork, but I found this recipe that uses ground beef and has the same flavor. It's quick and tasty, and the leftovers are wonderful. -Ann Nolte, Riverview, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 pound ground beef
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) pimientos, drained and diced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Add the broth, celery, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, mushrooms, pimientos, soy sauce and ginger. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 949mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the chow mein will be. Look for fresh vegetables, tender beef, and a good quality soy sauce.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef helps to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a simple marinade of soy sauce, rice wine, and garlic.
  • Cook the noodles properly: Chow mein noodles should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use a wok: A wok is the ideal cookware for making chow mein. It allows you to heat the food evenly and quickly.
  • Don't overcrowd the wok: When cooking chow mein, it is important not to overcrowd the wok. This will prevent the food from cooking evenly.
  • Add the vegetables last: The vegetables should be added to the wok last so that they retain their鮮脆.
  • Season to taste: Once the chow mein is cooked, season it to taste with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

Conclusion:

Beef chow mein is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality chow mein at home. So next time you're in the mood for Chinese food, give this recipe a try!

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