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Veggie Chow Mein

Source: University of Illinois Extension Service

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

This noodle dish combines the crunch of fresh veggies with the flavors of onion, garlic, and soy sauce to create a delicious and easy stir fry. Make it a family favorite using your favorite veggies.

Makes
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces spaghetti noodles (or thin flat egg noodles)
  • 4 teaspoons oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, grated
  • 2 teaspoons low-sodium chicken bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1 cup broccoli, cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 cup green or red bell peppers, finely chopped
  • 4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Cook onion and garlic with oil in a large frying pan for 1 minute over medium/high heat.
  4. Add carrot, chicken bouillon, and pepper sauce. Stir.
  5. Add broccoli, celery, and bell pepper and continue to stir.
  6. Reduce heat to low and add noodles and soy sauce. Mix well over low heat for 3 to 5 minutes.
  7. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Add other vegetables as desired. Top with chives. Learn more about: Onions Carrots Celery Broccoli Bell Peppers Garlic

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