RECOMMENDATION: In all honesty, I found that Chop Suey Kitchen and Fortune Kitchen (located practically next door) were virtually identical in terms of food quality and flavours. In short, the customer service can and should be improved. Thus, it genuinely felt like I was the only person in the restaurant. After my food was delivered to my table, I never saw the server again. I was not greeted upon entering the establishment and was only acknowledged when having my order taken. Service throughout my meal was very much lacking. Needless to say, I couldn’t finish all of my food and so took it home to eat later. The prawns gave that nice “pop” I expect to receive when they’re cooked properly and the vegetables all looked nice and fresh. Likewise, the Gong Bao Prawns, much like the chow mein, came in an overly large portion but it, too, had a very nice flavour.
The Szechuan flavour was subtle – maybe a little understated – but it worked well with the shrimp and other chow mein ingredients. It arrived in an ample portion (I’d say too much), and while it didn’t look overly exciting, it tasted hot, fresh and all the flavours were there. The Szechuan chow mein, however, was a nice surprise. Its exterior was nice and crispy, but it otherwise had little to no flavour and instead was very “juicy” (greasy). My food came quickly, but that’s to be expected given that I was literally the only person in the restaurant at the start of dinner. As I sat in the establishment reading the menu, I couldn’t help but think of that old saying: “Never judge a book by its cover.” Indeed, Chop Suey Kitchen exemplifies that statement to a tee.Īfter browsing the menu, I settled on an eggroll, Szechuan chow mein and gong bao prawns. Much to my surprise, the inside of Chop Suey Kitchen was very clean and spacious, though a bit on the chilly side. pausing outside for maybe 30 seconds, I decided to tempt fate and go inside. Given its external appearance, I wondered what the interior would look like.
Located in an industrial area of the town, it looks almost derelict from the outside. Like a few places in Kitimat, Chop Suey Kitchen is one that I initially hesitated to enter. Hotels near (YVR) Vancouver Intl Airport.Hotels near Nautical West Sport Fishing.Hotels near Kitimat River Provincial Park.To reheat it, pop it in the microwave or in a pan on the stovetop for a few minutes.Keep it in a covered container in the refrigerator.ADD SAUCE – Add sauce ingredients and cook everything is heated through and the sauce is thickened.Ĭhicken chop suey makes great leftovers for school or work lunches!.STIR FRY Stir fry chicken & vegetables (per recipe below).PREP Toss chicken with corn starch and set aside.
And a dash of red chili oil or sriracha will give chicken chop suey a spicy kick! How to Make Chicken Chop SueyĬhicken chop suey is super easy to prepare. Get creative and add some extra crunch, color, and nutrition to your chicken chop suey by adding toasted crushed peanuts or some cashew nuts! Green onion never goes amiss. The sauce is incredibly simple but it’s really delicious! Broth, soy sauce, water, sugar, and a dash of sesame oil.
It’s easy to get all the ingredients for chicken chop suey!Ĭhicken breasts are used in this recipe but boneless chicken thighs will work too.Ĭarrots, celery, bean sprouts, and garlic are favorites in this recipe! Feel free to add canned water chestnuts, baby corn, sliced mushrooms, and bok choy. The sauces are fairly similar, although chop suey can sometimes be a little bit spicier. But chow mein cooks meat, vegetables, noodles, and sauce all together. Serve chicken chop suey with noodles or rice for a dish your family will love all year long! Want to cut carbs? Serve over shredded steamed cabbage or cauliflower rice! What’s the Difference Between Chop Suey and Chow Mein?Ĭhop suey is cooked meat and vegetables combined with a sauce and served over prepared rice or noodles. Making a stir fry is both easy and a great way to sneak in some veggies! I love the flavor of homemade sauces and being able to adjust the sweetness and ensure I can avoid preservatives and MSG! It’s all tossed in the easiest ever sauce and served over rice or noodles! This simple chop suey combines carrots, celery, and bean sprouts with tender bites of chicken for a budget-friendly favorite. This recipe for chicken chop suey turns humble veggies into a family favorite dish!