American Chop Suey from the 70’s

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 12

Nostalgic American Chop Suey recipe from the 70's

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

405

Sugar

Fat

18g

American Chop Suey, also known as goulash or beefaroni, is a classic American dish that's been around since the 1940s. The version from the 70's is particularly popular for its simplicity and affordability. This recipe uses ground beef, onions, and celery in a creamy mushroom sauce, served over rice and topped with chow mein noodles. It's a nostalgic comfort food that's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or potluck with friends.

Instructions

1.	Cook rice according to package directions.
2.	In a large skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3.	Add onions and celery to skillet and cook until softened.
4.	Stir in cream of mushroom soup, water, and soy sauce.
5.	Simmer mixture for 10 minutes.
6.	Serve over cooked rice and top with chow mein noodles.

PROS

American Chop Suey from the 70’s is a comforting and nostalgic dish that’s easy to make and budget-friendly.

The combination of creamy mushroom sauce with tender beef and crunchy chow mein noodles is filling and satisfying.

CONS

This recipe uses canned soup, which can be high in sodium and preservatives.

It’s not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the most nutritious option, it does contain protein, carbohydrates, and some vitamins and minerals.
The soy sauce used in this recipe may have some antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

	1 cup cooked rice
	2 onions , chopped
	1 stalk celery , sliced
	2 cans cream of mushroom soup
	5 ounces water
	1 lb ground beef
	1/4 cup soy sauce ( or to taste )
	chow mein noodles