Gluten-Free Panda Express Style Chow Mein

Satisfy your cravings for takeout with this Gluten-Free Panda Express Style Chow Mein, a healthier, homemade twist on a beloved classic. This recipe swaps traditional wheat noodles for gluten-free rice noodles, ensuring it’s perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Packed with sautéed onions, crunchy celery, tender cabbage, and a savory blend of gluten-free soy sauce and oyster sauce, this dish captures the signature flavors of the original while being entirely gluten-free. Minced garlic and ginger add a fragrant, aromatic kick, while a garnish of fresh green onions provides a burst of color and flavor. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing chow mein is a must-try for busy weeknights or a homemade takeout-style meal the whole family will love. Perfectly seasoned and endlessly satisfying, this recipe is sure to become a regular in your gluten-free lineup!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Gluten-free rice noodles
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 medium, thinly sliced Onion
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced Celery
• 2 cups, shredded Cabbage
• 3 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce (gluten-free)
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon, minced Ginger
• 2 for garnish, sliced Green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the gluten-free rice noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the thinly sliced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes until they start to become translucent.

Step 4

Next, add the sliced celery and shredded cabbage to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the minced garlic and ginger to the empty side. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice noodles to the skillet and toss with the sautéed vegetables, garlic, and ginger.

Step 7

Pour the gluten-free soy sauce and gluten-free oyster sauce evenly over the noodle mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 8

Season the chow mein with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes until everything is well mixed and heated through.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer the chow mein to a serving dish.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy your gluten-free Panda Express style chow mein!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(708.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	839.8

Total Fat 27.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4933.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 16.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167.4mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 862.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.1%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 63.4%