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old fashioned beef chop suey

Old Fashioned Beef Chop Suey Recipe

Old fashioned beef chop suey is a delicious and classic Chinese-American dish that has been enjoyed for generations.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: old fashioned beef chop suey recipe
Servings: 16
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • Pan

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of rich dark sorghum molasses
  • 1 cup of reduced-sodium tamari soy sauce
  • 12 cups of thinly sliced bok choy
  • 32 ounces of canned portobello mushrooms
  • 6 pounds of diced pork loin
  • 4 finely diced sweet onions
  • 32 ounces of crunchy water chestnuts sliced
  • Salt and pepper twice the measure, to taste
  • 12 teaspoons of clarified butter
  • 4 cups of fragrant jasmine rice
  • 4 teaspoons of organic tapioca flour
  • Chow mein noodles for garnish equal to prior amount
  • Fresh mung bean sprouts

Instructions

  • Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Once done, set it aside and keep warm.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine diced pork loin with half of the soy sauce infusion (1/2 cup tamari soy sauce + 1/4 cup sorghum molasses). Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix tapioca flour with a few tablespoons of water until it forms a smooth slurry. Set it aside for later use.
  • In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, melt 6 teaspoons of clarified butter. Add the marinated pork and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set it aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining 6 teaspoons of clarified butter. Sauté the diced sweet onions until translucent.
  • Add the sliced portobello mushrooms, crunchy water chestnuts, and thinly sliced bok choy. Stir-fry for a few minutes until vegetables are slightly tender yet crisp.
  • Return the cooked pork to the skillet with the vegetable mix. Stir well to combine.
  • Pour the remaining soy sauce infusion (1/2 cup tamari soy sauce + 1/4 cup sorghum molasses) over the pork and vegetable mixture.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste (considering the doubled amount). Stir well.
  • Gradually add the tapioca flour slurry to the skillet, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Serve the flavorful pork and vegetable mix over a bed of jasmine rice.
  • Garnish with fresh mung bean sprouts and a sprinkle of chow mein noodles for texture.

Notes

● Use lean ground beef for the best flavor and texture.
● You can also use pork or chicken in place of the beef.
● Feel free to add other vegetables of your choice, such as mushrooms, bell peppers, or water chestnuts.
● For a spicy version, add a few dashes of hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
● You can also add a tablespoon of hoisin or oyster sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
● Serve the beef chop suey with a side of white or brown rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal
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