Veggie Overloaded Chowmein Recipe

Breakfast for Kids

Vegetables are important part of healthy eating and provide a source of many nutrients,including potassium, fiber, folate (folic acid)and vitamins A, C. Options like broccoli, spinach, tomatoes and garlic provide additional benefits, making them a superfood.

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Potassium may help to maintain healthy blood pressure. Dietary fiber from vegetables helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and may lower risk of heart disease.

Recipe Category: Salad & Sprouts
Recipe Cuisine: Indian
Total Time (Minutes): 30
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
  • 1 package chowmein noodle, cooked according to package instructions
  • ½ cup onion, sliced
  • ½ cup bell pepper
  • ½ cup broccoli floret
  • ½ cup carrot
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup cabbage, chopped
  • ½ cup mushroom, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup pea
  • ⅓ cup corn
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • ½ cup bean sprout
Instructions:
  • Boil the noodles according to package instructions & keep it aside.
  • In the pan, heat the tablespoon of cooking oil over medium-high heat and add the onion, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir and cook for 2 minutes, then add the garlic and season with salt and pepper. Stir and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the cabbage, mushrooms, peas and corn.
  • In a small bowl, combine the water and cornstarch. Mix with a fork to dissolve the cornstarch, then add the soy sauce, sugar. Mix well.
  • Pour the sauce over the vegetables. Mix well and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.
  • Add the noodles to the pan, mix well and add bean sprouts. Toss gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until everything is well-combined.
  • Serve hot!