Vegetarian Beef Chow Fun

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Vegetarian Beef Chow Fun, a satisfying plant-based twist on the beloved Cantonese classic. Featuring slippery flat rice noodles, tender vegetarian beef strips, and a medley of colorful vegetables like red bell pepper, carrots, and crisp bean sprouts, this dish is stir-fried to perfection in a savory blend of soy sauces, vegetarian oyster sauce, and fragrant sesame oil. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this meal delivers authentic takeout-style flavors right at home. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking for a lighter, meat-free alternative, this recipe is a wholesome and delectable choice for any occasion. Serve it piping hot and garnish with fresh scallions to make it truly irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Flat rice noodles
• 8 oz Vegetarian beef strips
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Dark soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Vegetarian oyster sauce
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, minced
• 4 Scallions, chopped
• 2 cups Bean sprouts
• 1 Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 Carrot, julienned
• 2 tbsp Oil for frying
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 1 quant Cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well and set aside.

Step 3

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetarian beef strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the garlic and ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

5. Add the scallions, red bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

6. Return the vegetarian beef strips to the skillet and add the prepared sauce. Stir well to coat everything evenly.

Step 7

7. Add the drained rice noodles to the skillet, gently tossing them with the other ingredients. Be careful not to break the noodles.

Step 8

8. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.

Step 9

9. Add the bean sprouts and cornstarch slurry to the skillet, tossing to combine. Cook for an additional minute until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 10

10. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1167.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1602.6

Total Fat 55.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5433.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 71.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 300.8mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1951.0mg	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: 29.8%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 53.2%