What is Chop Suey
Chop Suey is not a traditional Chinese dish; it originated in the United States in the late 19th century when Chinese immigrants adapted their home recipes to suit American tastes. Today, it is very popular worldwide, including in Europe, and has many variations—each cuisine puts its own twist on it.
Because of its quick preparation and rich flavor, Chop Suey has become a symbol of fast yet homemade Asian cuisine. As with many other Asian dishes, the key to perfect flavor in this recipe is stir-frying at high heat so the meat stays tender, the vegetables remain crisp, and the sauce achieves just the right consistency
A delicious combination of flavors and textures
Now that you know a simple Chop Suey recipe, try it at home and surprise your guests with a delicious Asian dish. The recipe can easily be adapted to your taste—add more vegetables, spicy seasonings, or a different type of meat.
Here are the top tips to ensure success every time:
- Instead of pork, you can use chicken or beef.
- For the best results, use a wok, as it allows for quick and even stir-frying at high heat.
- Do not overcook the vegetables—keep them crisp and colorful.
- Serve with rice, rice noodles, or egg noodles.
- Instead of bok choy (which we buy at Lidl), you can also use Chinese cabbage.
Storing
We prefer to make Pork Chop Suey fresh, as it only takes 20 minutes.
However, if we have any leftovers, they can be stored in the refrigerator. Once cooled, place the dish in a sealed container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
How to make Pork Chop Suey at home (video)
Check out this short video for an easier way to make Pork Chop Suey at home.
Next, try these Asian-inspired recipes
- Pad thai
- Beef Stir Fry Noodles
- 10-Minute Ginger Scallion Noodles
- Ginger Scallion Noodles with Shrimp
- 15- Minute Teriyaki Noodles
- Chicken chow mein
Made in collaboration with Merit HP d.o.o.
METHOD
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pork
Slice the pork loin into very thin pieces. Place them in a bowl and add baking soda, cornstarch, oyster sauce, and peanut (or other vegetable) oil. Mix well and set aside for 10 minutes.
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sauce
In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, freshly squeezed orange juice, cornstarch, sugar, and rice vinegar. Set aside until ready to use.
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vegetables
Slice the bok choy or Chinese cabbage into thin strips. Peel the onion and slice it thinly. Clean the bell pepper and cut it into small pieces, about 2 x 2 cm in size. Finely chop the garlic. Drain the Chop Suey vegetables from the jar.
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pork chop suey
Place a wok or another deep pan over high heat. Add the oil and the marinated meat. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until golden brown, then transfer to a plate. In the same pan, add all the vegetables and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Then return the meat to the pan and mix well with the sauce until everything is coated in a silky sauce. Cook for another minute, then divide onto plates and serve with rice.
