Easy Homemade Vegetarian Cabbage Chow Mein Recipe
This Easy Homemade Vegetarian Cabbage Chow Mein is a flavorful and quick stir-fry recipe featuring tender cabbage, sliced onions, and soft chow mein noodles tossed in a savory blend of vegetarian oyster sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Perfect for a light yet satisfying vegetarian meal made entirely on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Oils
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or more as needed)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Vegetables
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2-3 cups sliced cabbage (approximately half a head)
Noodles
- 300 g dried chow mein noodles
- 8 cups water (for boiling noodles)
Flavorings and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 4 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Oils: Place the vegetable oil and sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Let the oil heat until it shimmers, which helps create that classic stir-fry flavor.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the sliced onions and cabbage to the wok. Sauté for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and the green cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Boil the Noodles: While the veggies are cooking, bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a separate pot. Add the chow mein noodles and cook according to the package directions, usually around 2 minutes. Drain well and set the cooked noodles aside in a small bowl.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir the minced garlic and ginger into the wok with the vegetables. Cook for about 1 minute, just until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the vegetarian oyster sauce and soy sauce, tossing everything together to coat the vegetables. Let it cook for another minute, until the flavors have combined.
- Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the wok and stir-fry everything together until the noodles are evenly coated in the sauce and mixed with the cabbage and onions.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper as needed. Remove from heat, serve hot, and enjoy your homemade cabbage chow mein!
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier version, add a pinch of red chili flakes when adding the garlic and ginger.
- Vegetarian oyster sauce can often be found in Asian grocery stores or online.
- Use fresh chow mein noodles if available for better texture.
- Make sure not to overcook the cabbage to retain a slight crunch and freshness.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce and salt according to your taste preference and dietary needs.
