The Easiest Vegan Chow Mein (Veggie Packed!)
This easy Vegan Chow Mein is loaded with fresh vegetables like snap peas, red bell pepper, broccoli, and spinach, tossed with stir-fried noodles and the easiest homemade savory vegan stir-fry sauce. Finished with bean sprouts, green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, it’s a quick and delicious vegetable chow mein recipe perfect for easy dinners—vegan, nut-free, refined sugar-free, with a gluten-free option, rich in vegetables, and family-friendly.
Equipment
Ingredients
Vegetables & Noodles:
- 1 clamshell organicgirl Powerhouse spinach blend
- 2 packages precooked stir-fry noodles
- 1 bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 1 broccoli crown chopped into florets
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup snap peas
- ½ cup bean sprouts
Homemade Stir-Fry Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- ⅓ cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1½ tablespoons cornstarch to thicken
Instructions
Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, agave or maple syrup, coconut aminos, and cornstarch. Set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat toasted sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Cook the Veggies:
- Add bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp. Toss in the organicgirl spinach blend and cook until just wilted.
Add Noodles & Sauce:
- Add precooked noodles to the skillet along with the sauce. Toss everything together to coat evenly and cook for 3–5 minutes until heated through and thickened.
Finish & Serve:
- Stir in bean sprouts and serve hot. Optional: top with sesame seeds, green onions, or chili flakes.
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