Coco Cooking - How to make Sapasui (Samoan Chop Suey)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less expensive.

rice vermicelli

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole grain noodles provide more fiber, while spaghetti is widely available.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola oil is often cheaper.

Soak rice vermicelli in warm water until softened, about 10 minutes.

Drain and set aside the softened vermicelli.

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

Add sliced beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

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

Add sliced carrots, cabbage, and green bell pepper; cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

Pour in soy sauce and water; stir to combine.

Add the soaked vermicelli to the skillet; toss to coat in the sauce.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Garnish with chopped spring onions and bean sprouts before serving.

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