How to Make Delicious Vegetable Chop Suey
f you love Indo-Chinese food that’s bursting with flavor, color, and crunch — Vegetable Chop Suey is a dish you’ll fall in love with!
This vibrant, saucy, and crunchy stir combines fresh vegetables, savory sauces, and crispy noodles into one irresistible meal. Whether you’re a vegetarian or just looking for a lighter, healthier dinner idea, homemade vegetable chop suey is the perfect choice.
What Is Vegetable Chop Suey?
Chop Suey is a popular Chinese-American dish that has become a favorite across Asia — especially in India and Sri Lanka. Traditionally made with meat and vegetables stir-fried in a thick sauce, the vegetarian version replaces meat with crunchy veggies and sometimes tofu or paneer.
The best part? It’s incredibly versatile. You can add any vegetables you love and adjust the sauce to your taste — spicy, tangy, or sweet!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what you’ll need to make restaurant-style vegetable chop suey at home:
For the Vegetables:
1 cup Cabbage, shredded
1 Carrot, julienned
½ Capsicum (Bell Pepper), thinly sliced
¼ cup French Beans, chopped
½ cup Broccoli or Cauliflower florets
¼ cup Baby Corn, sliced
½ cup Spring Onions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
🍜 For the Sauce:
1 tbsp Soy Sauce
1 tbsp Chili Sauce
1 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
1 tsp Vinegar
1 tsp Cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Salt & Pepper to taste
For Stir-Frying:
2 tbsp Oil (preferably sesame or sunflower oil)
2–3 cloves Garlic, minced
1-inch Ginger, grated
Optional Add-ons:
Crispy Fried Noodles for topping
Tofu or Paneer cubes for extra protein
Step-by-Step: How to Make Vegetable Chop Suey
Step 1: Prepare the Veggies
Wash and chop all your vegetables into thin, even slices.
This ensures they cook quickly and evenly while keeping their crunch.
Step 2: Heat the Pan
In a wok or deep pan, heat oil on high flame.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger — stir-fry until fragrant.
Step 3: Add the Vegetables
Add carrots, beans, baby corn, and broccoli first (as they take longer to cook).
After 2 minutes, add cabbage, capsicum, and spring onions (white part).
Stir-fry on high heat for another 2–3 minutes until veggies are slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 4: Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, chili sauce, tomato ketchup, and vinegar.
Pour this sauce into the wok and toss well to coat all the vegetables.
Step 5: Thicken It Up
Add the cornflour slurry (cornflour + water) while stirring continuously.
You’ll notice the sauce thickening — adjust the consistency by adding a little water if needed.
Season with salt and pepper.
Step 6: Final Touch
Add the spring onion greens and give it one last quick stir.
Your delicious, glossy, and aromatic Vegetable Chop Suey is ready!
How to Serve Vegetable Chop Suey
You can enjoy it in two classic ways:
With Rice: Serve it hot over a bed of steamed jasmine or fried rice for a comforting meal.
With Crispy Noodles: For the authentic restaurant feel, pour the hot chop suey gravy over crispy fried noodles. The mix of soft and crunchy is simply irresistible!
Pro Tips for Perfect Chop Suey
🔥 Cook on high flame — it keeps the vegetables crisp and locks in that smoky “wok” flavor.
🥢 Don’t overcook the vegetables; they should have a light crunch.
🌶️ Adjust spice levels by increasing or reducing chili sauce.
🧂 For a deeper flavor, add a dash of oyster sauce or sesame oil before serving.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick and easy to make (ready in under 30 minutes)
Loaded with colorful, nutrient-rich vegetables
eetarian and can be made vegan-friendly
Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep
Tastes just like your favorite restaurant — or better!
Variations You Can Try
Paneer Chop Suey: Add sautéed paneer cubes for extra richness.
Tofu Chop Suey: Keep it vegan with firm tofu chunks.
Spicy Szechuan Chop Suey: Mix in a spoonful of Szechuan sauce for that fiery kick!
Mixed Noodles Chop Suey: Toss cooked noodles directly into the sauce for a one-pan meal.
Final Thoughts
Homemade Vegetable Chop Suey is a celebration of flavors, textures, and colors — the perfect fusion of Chinese cooking and local taste. It’s a simple dish that feels restaurant-worthy but made with the freshness and comfort of home.
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