Chicken Chop Suey | Sapa Sui Recipe | TasteoftheSouthPacific

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often cheaper.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs, while rice is a budget-friendly staple.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: bok choy

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Bok choy offers a similar texture with added nutrients.

Cook vermicelli according to package instructions until tender, then drain and set aside.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add sliced chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add any optional vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.

Pour in thick soy sauce and water, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.

Add cooked vermicelli to the skillet and toss everything together until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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