chow mein
noun
: a seasoned stew of shredded or diced meat, mushrooms, and vegetables that is usually served with fried noodles
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The restaurant received a yellow placard after chow mein on the prep table measured outside of proper holding temperatures.
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Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
The tender beef feeds into the chow mein, and the broccoli pieces are substantial in size, soaking up some flavors while providing their own fresh and earthy taste.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 22 Aug. 2025
Fried chicken, raw chicken and chow mein noodles measured outside of the temperature range considered safe.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
For a fun sweet-and-salty spin, swap the chow mein noddles for an equal amount of potato sticks.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
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Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
The tender beef feeds into the chow mein, and the broccoli pieces are substantial in size, soaking up some flavors while providing their own fresh and earthy taste.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 22 Aug. 2025
Fried chicken, raw chicken and chow mein noodles measured outside of the temperature range considered safe.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
For a fun sweet-and-salty spin, swap the chow mein noddles for an equal amount of potato sticks.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
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chow mein
noun
: a thick stew of shredded meat, mushrooms, and vegetables served with fried noodles
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