This creamy Vegetable Chow Mein is a delicious and easy-to-make toddler recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia. This easy recipe is packed with nutritious vegetables and spices and is sure to be a hit with toddlers. Serve it as a simple main meal or with rice for a complete meal. Perfect for getting your kids to try new foods, Vegetable Chow Mein combines the flavors of Asia and is sure to be a winner for your young explorers.
General Information
- Servings: 2
- Keywords: Veggie, chow mein, Chinese
- Calories: 500
- Protein: 14g
- Carbs: 74g
- Fats: 21g
- Preparation Time: 15 mins
- Cooking Time: 10 mins
Ingredients
- 4 ounces of spaghetti noodles
- 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
- 1 cup of broccoli florets
- 2 thinly sliced carrots
- 2 cups of thinly sliced cabbage
- 1 cup of fresh shiitake mushrooms
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons of oyster sauce
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the spaghetti and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water until the noodles are cool.
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Heat the sesame oil in a large wok over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the broccoli, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, and garlic and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened but still crunchy.
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Reduce the heat to low, add the cooked noodles and the soy sauce, rice vinegar, oyster sauce, and black pepper. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until all the ingredients are mixed and heated through.
4.Mama’s favorite fun fact: Chow Mein originates from the Chinese word Chaofan, which means stir-fried rice!
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recommended Sides
- Fried or steamed dumplings
- Egg rolls
- Spring rolls
- Boiled or steamed white rice
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