So next time you wonder what to make in your kitchen for dinner and you have an odd combination of vegetables, then give this popular Filipino stir-fry a try. Use the recipe and photos above as example but use what you have available in the fridge.Īnd that’s the beauty and versatility of this dish, you can use whatever veggies need using up (no wastage!) and, as for the meat, you can opt for pork, chicken or shrimp and even go fully vegetarian! Lastly, there’s no right or wrong as to the kind of vegetables you should use. The addition of a few drops of toasted sesame oil brings this dish from simply tasty to totally delicious so don’t skimp on it if you are able to get it. The ones with a lighter sauce usually use just a tiny bit of soy sauce and perhaps more salt so the color remains whitish.īut there’s no right or wrong here, you can choose the seasoning you like and adjust it to your tastebud’s preferences! That’s what matters, right? This is due to the difference in the seasoning used and the amount added as well.įor mine, I chose to use oyster sauce and flavored my diluted cornstarch with a bit of fish sauce so the color is darker. Some Chopsuey sauces are colored white and look clear while others are brownish in color. Maybe, we’ll leave that version for another post, ok? In this recipe, I will show you how it’s made in the Philippines! As you can see, it’s different from the American chop suey which has ground meat and pasta or noodles. Most of all, it’s super quick to make as it’s essentially a stir-fry because it’s highly influenced by the Chinese style of cooking. If you ask any member of my family what their favorite vegetable dish is the answer would be a resounding – Chopsuey!Īnd why not? It’s not only packed with fresh vegetables (any kind that’s available in your fridge!) it also has some meat (so it’s a hearty dish) and it’s all smothered in a thickened sauce that’s seasoned to perfection. But now, I’m slowly easing myself back to blogging with a favorite dish from the Philippines – favorite and popular Chopsuey! That explains my spotty presence in the blog for the last couple of months. These vacation moments are perfect just for that! I wanted to spend some good quality moments with them while I can and while they are still healthy because I don’t often see them. By God’s grace, I’m able to refresh here and most of all able to enjoy the company of my parents who both turned 80 last year. My body, brains, and soul needed some relief and it’s been wonderful so far. A classic American-Chinese cuisine favourite packed full of signature flavour, our quick and easy chop suey recipe will be a staple of your midweek choices. I am on an extended vacation here after such a hectic 20! Greetings from Manila! In case you’re wondering, I am in the Philippines right now.
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