Beef mince chow mein
10
Points®
Total time: 50 min • Prep: 20 min • Cook: 30 min • Serves: 4 • Difficulty: Easy
Chow mein is a Chinese term for stir-fried noodles. We've put a bit of a spin on this classic Asian dish. Try this version of curried mince chow mein for a great takeaway style dinner at home. Cooking this recipe and planning your meals can help you on your weight loss journey.
Ingredients
Lean beef mince
500 g, (see tips)
Brown onion
1 medium, finely chopped
Curry powder
1 tbs, mild variety
Carrot(s)
1 medium, grated
Savoy cabbage
375 g, (¼ small), white, finely shredded
Celery
2 individual, finely chopped
Long grain rice
2 tbs, white variety
Powdered chicken noodle soup
80 g, (2 x 40g pkts), reduced-salt variety
Soy sauce
2 tbs
Green beans
150 g, frozen, sliced
Oil spray
1 x 3 second spray(s)
Instructions
1
Lightly spray a large saucepan with oil and heat over high heat. Add mince and onion. Cook, breaking up any lumps, for 6–8 minutes or until mince has browned.
2
Add curry powder and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add carrot, cabbage, celery, rice, soup mix, soy sauce and 2 cups (500 ml) water and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Add beans for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Serve.
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