Best 6 My Moms Chop Suey Recipes

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"My Mom's Chop Suey" is a classic dish that brings back fond memories for many people. This hearty and flavorful dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your chop suey with chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu, there is a recipe out there that is sure to please you. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for "My Mom's Chop Suey" and provide you with tips and tricks for making this dish at home. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOP SUEY



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This is the fast and easy chop suey recipe that my mother always made, and we love it 'as is', but you could substitute a can of Chinese mixed vegetables for the bean sprouts if you like more color and texture. Serve over hot rice, topped with chow mein noodles and soy sauce, if desired.

Provided by DKOSKO

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup shortening
1 ½ cups diced pork loin
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced celery
1 cup hot water
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained and rinsed
⅓ cup cold water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Heat shortening in a large, deep skillet. Sear pork until it turns white, then add onion and saute for 5 minutes. Add celery, hot water, salt and pepper. Cover skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. Add sprouts and heat to boiling.
  • In a small bowl combine the cold water, cornstarch, soy sauce and sugar. Mix together and add to skillet mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 39.4 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 802.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CHOP SUEY



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This recipe is a great use for leftover rotisserie chicken.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 36m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 (3 by 3-inch) packaged Chinese wonton skins, separated
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 scallions, greens included, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 1/4 cup)
3 cloves garlic, sliced
4 cups sliced napa cabbage
3/4 cup celery, thinly sliced (about 4 celery hearts or 2 long stalks)
1 (8-ounce) can bamboo shoots, drained and julienned
2 cups shiitake mushrooms, cleaned, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 6 ounces)
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon cooking sherry
2 cups cubed or shredded cooked turkey or chicken
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Brush a baking sheet and the wonton skins lightly on both sides with 2 teaspoons of oil. Season with salt and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until browned and crisp. Transfer to a cooling rack and reserve.
  • In a large heavy skillet or wok, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the scallion, garlic, cabbage, celery, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms and stir-fry until cabbage is soft and wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the sugar, 3/4 cup of the chicken broth, soy sauce, and sesame oil and cook for 3 minutes. Add the sherry-cornstarch mixture and, if the mixture is a little dry, the additional 1/4 cup chicken stock. Add the turkey or chicken and heat through. Serve the chop suey over the cooked brown rice and top with sesame seeds and reserved crushed wonton skins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 62 milligrams, Sodium 536 milligrams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 3 grams

MY MOM'S AMERICAN CHOP SUEY



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My mom used to make this all the time. She gave me the recipe one night when I was trying to use up some hamburg. It is something quick to throw together.

Provided by jb41848

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 lb) box elbow macaroni, cooked according to package
1 lb hamburger
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cook Elbows according to package directions.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, brown the hamburg, onion and garlic together until the hamburg is done.
  • Drain off the fat, return to skillet and add in the can of tomatoes.
  • Add the oregano and salt, bring to a boil and then lower heat to a simmer.
  • Let simmer for 30 minutes to blend flavors.
  • After 30 minutes, add the elbows to the hamburg mixture and stir to coat.

MOM'S FAMOUS CHOP SUEY AND NOODLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 to 2 1/2 pounds Wah King Noodle Company #4 Chinese Noodles
1 cup soy sauce
4 tablespoons brown sugar
5 tablespoons oil
4 tablespoons oyster sauce
4 chicken breasts slices into thin strips
6 to 8 pork chops sliced into thin strips
4 cups soy sauce
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 slices crushed ginger
4 cloves crushed garlic
2 to 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons sherry
3 bundles green onions
2 heads broccoli
1 head cauliflower
1/2 pounds tender green beans
5 large carrots
1 large jicama
1 bunch celery
1 pound fresh mushrooms
1 pound Chinese snow peas
2 cans sliced water chestnuts
2 cans bamboo shoots

Steps:

  • Boil noodles in water until tender. Drain and convert to large bowl. Add seasoning, soy, brown sugar, oil, oyster sauce and blend well. Spray large metal broiler pan with cooking spray and spread 1/4 of the noodles onto the pan evenly. Bake at 350 degrees, turning noodles every 10 minutes for 30 minutes total, or until dry. Repeat with remaining noodles, baking 1/4 of the batch at a time. Marinate meat separately. Then, set meat aside in separate marinades while preparing vegetables.
  • Clean, wash, and julienne the vegetables. Set each vegetable aside in separate piles. Bring big pot of water to boil. Partially boil each vegetable group separately dipping them in the hot water for 1 minute or less. Do not par-boil the mushrooms or green onions. Saute the mushrooms in butter until cooked. Once the vegetables are all par-boiled or cooked, you can mix them together in a large bowl, along with the green onions.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a hot stir-fry pan. Remove garlic pieces and ginger from the meat marinade. Divide pork and ginger from meat marinade. Divide pork and chicken into 3 batches a piece. Stir fry each batch very quickly until cooked through and mix meats. Set aside.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the hot pan. Stir fry 2 to 3 handfuls of mixed vegetable for half a minute. Stir in small portion of meat mixture. Add 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce while stir frying. Toss together and serve on a bed of noodles. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Be sure to keep the amount of vegetable you are stir frying in small batches until all has been cooked and blended together.

MOM'S AMERICAN CHOP SUEY (1950'S BASIC)



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A school lunchtime classic. Quick and easy to make. Very bland but has remarkable taste. My sister has tried it and say it's just as she remembers Mom's. All you need to finish this recipe is some Kraft shaker cheese to complete the memory. Mom probably got the recipe from a 1950 vintage Betty Crocker cookbook. Quantities are approximate. Mom seldom measured anything. We usually make a double batch. Enjoy. If you add a bit of garlic powder, chili powder and a can of kidney beans you would create Mom's Chili Mac Recipe.

Provided by Mike G.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil (I use olive, mom did'nt)
1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 small yellow onion
1/2 cup green bell pepper
1/2 cup celery
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce (mom used Hunts)
1 (8 ounce) can water
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (mom probably used A1)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
8 ounces elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Clean and dice or chop the veggies as you like.
  • Brown ground beef and onion in oil, drain and return to pan.
  • Add remaining ingredients except pasta and mix. Simmer and stir.
  • Prepare pasta per package, drain.
  • Add to ground beef and mix well.
  • Simmer 10 - 15 minutes. Add water if needed.
  • Tastes even better the next day.

CHOP SUEY



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This recipe is my children's all-time favorite meal. How much do they like it? Even more than they like pizza...and that's a lot!-Debra Weihert, Waterloo, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (28 ounces) chop suey vegetables, drained
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Cooked rice
Chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown beef; drain. Dissolve bouillon in 1-1/2 cups boiling water; add to skillet. , Combine remaining water with cornstarch; stir into beef mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thickened. Add vegetables and soy sauce; stir and cook until heated through, about 15 minutes. , Serve over rice; sprinkle with chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your chop suey will taste. Whenever possible, use fresh vegetables, lean protein, and a flavorful sauce.
  • Marinate your protein: Marinating your protein before cooking will help to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. You can use a simple marinade made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger, or you can get creative with your own marinade recipe.
  • Cook your vegetables quickly: Overcooked vegetables are mushy and bland. To keep your vegetables crisp and colorful, cook them quickly over high heat.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really brings chop suey together. Be sure to use a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.
  • Serve chop suey over rice or noodles: Chop suey is traditionally served over rice or noodles. This helps to soak up the delicious sauce and makes the dish more filling.

Conclusion:

Chop suey is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and protein, and it's also a quick and easy meal to make on a busy weeknight. With a little planning and effort, you can make a chop suey that is both delicious and healthy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chop suey a try. You won't be disappointed!

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