Chinese Chop Suey
Ingredients:
– 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or pork, thinly sliced
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1 onion, sliced
– 1 bell pepper, sliced
– 2 carrots, julienned
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 1 cup bean sprouts
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Marinate the sliced chicken or pork with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set aside for 10-15 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated meat and stir-fry until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the onions, bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Add the bean sprouts and cooked meat back into the pan. Stir to combine.
5. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Pour this mixture into the pan.
6. Stir everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the meat and vegetables evenly.
7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 4