Description
Chop Suey is a popular Chinese-American stir-fry dish made with a combination of meats like chicken, beef, or shrimp and mixed vegetables, all tossed in a savory sauce. It’s quick, versatile, and pairs well with rice or noodles, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup snow peas
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef or chicken, sliced into thin strips
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3–4 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup cabbage, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cornstarch slurry (optional for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Cook Meat & Shrimp: Add beef or chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink. Remove from pan.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, stir-fry onions and carrots for 2-3 minutes. Add cabbage, bell peppers, broccoli, and snow peas. Stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes.
- Add Sauce: Stir in oyster sauce, soy sauce, and chicken broth (or water). Add back cooked beef/chicken and shrimp. Simmer for a few minutes to combine flavors.
- Optional Thickening: Add cornstarch slurry to thicken sauce (if desired) and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
- Season & Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- You can substitute beef or chicken with tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Adjust the amount of vegetables according to preference.
- Add cornstarch slurry for a thicker sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250-300 kcal
- Sugar: 5-8g
- Sodium: 600-900mg
- Fat: 10-12g
- Carbohydrates: 15-20g
- Fiber: 3-5g
- Protein: 20-25g
- Cholesterol: 120-150mg