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The Best Vegetable Chow Mein (vegan)

This is the best vegetable chow mein and my go-to recipe I've been making for years. It is full of vegetables and has a delicious savory sauce. Chow mein is such an easy weeknight meal that comes together quickly. 
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overview shot of entire bowl of vegetable chow mein
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 16 oz Chinese wheat noodles
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups green cabbage, chopped
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 3 small heads of bok choy, quartered
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

sauce

  • 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 3 Tbsp vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp pure organic cane sugar
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper (or sub black pepper)
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

  • Cook noodles according to package’s instructions. Drain and rinse well. 
  • In a small bowl, add all the sauce ingredients and stir until well combined. Set aside. 
  • In a large wok, over medium high heat, add the oil. Once hot, add the onions and saute for 3 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic, cabbage, carrots, and bok choy. Saute for 3 minutes or until veggies are softened. Add the salt and saute until well combined.
  • Add the noodles to the wok and pour the sauce on top. Saute for another 2-3 minutes until everything is combined and heated through. Taste and add more vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce if needed. Enjoy!
Servings: 4