Pop's Chop Suey

Growing up I had many home cooked meals. We didn't have regulars like "monday meatloaf" but we did have a few staples. One of my favorite dishes was chop suey. All of this time I never thought of making it myself - until recently. Something moved me and I finally decided to ask my dad for his recipe. Lucky me, he gave me the recipe with a fresh sample!

Chop Suey

Garnished with green onion and crispy chow mein noodles

1/4 cup flour

2 tsp salt

1lbs pork/beef/veal mix

1/3 cup vegi oil

1 cup chopped onion

1 cup celery, cut into large pieces

1 cup beef stock

1/2 cup soy sauce

2 Tbs molasses

1 can bean sprouts, drained

1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 tsp sesame oil

• Combine flour and salt in a plastic bag.
• Add meat and toss to coat.
• Put oil and coated meat in a large pot (preferably cast iron) and brown.
• Add onion and cook mixture until onions are soft.
• Stir in celery, beef stock, soy sauce, and molasses.
• Cover and cook for 30 min.
• Add bean sprouts and water chestnuts and cook for an additional 15 min. If needed, thicken with a flour and water mixture.
• Right before serving, add 1 tsp of sesame oil.
• Serve with rice and garnish.

This recipe is very simple but packs a lot of flavor. It's great for a quick dinner or reheated for lunch.