Chop Suey

📜 Collection: Burcea Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Entrees A classic savory chop suey recipe featuring cubed lean pork and beef simmered with crisp celery, onions, and bean sprouts. Thickened to perfection, this hearty dish is traditionally served over steaming rice.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
15 mins1 hourNone6 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Covered dish
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 1/2 lbsLean PorkCubes
1 1/2 lbsBeefCubes
3 cupsCeleryChopped
6 tablespoonsBlack MolassesNone
To tasteSaltNone
3 to 5OnionsNone
2 cansBean SproutsNone
As neededWaterBoiling
For servingRiceCooked

Instructions

Step 1: Simmering Meats

  1. Cut 1 1/2 lbs lean pork and 1 1/2 lbs beef into cubes.
  2. Cook in a covered dish and let simmer until it draws out juice of meat.
  3. Then add enough boiling water to cover and cook until nearly done.

Step 2: Adding Vegetables and Thickening

  1. Add 3 cups celery, 6 tablespoons black molasses, and salt to taste.
  2. Add 3 to 5 onions and cook all until tender, keeping it covered with water.
  3. Add 2 cans bean sprouts, thicken as any stew, and serve with rice.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.


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