Prepare this fantastic 30 minute beef chop suey recipe with ground beef, ginger, and soy sauce combined with chicken, pork, shrimp, vegetables, or create a chop suey combo or ultimate stir fry.
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, add the onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger and garlic, and cook for another minute or two.
Increase the heat to medium high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned.
Stir in the molasses and soy sauce. Dissolve the cornstarch in the water, then add to the beef and stir and cook until thickened.
Stir in the water chestnuts and bean sprouts and cook for a couple more minutes.
Spoon over rice and serve
Recipe Notes
For an extra beefy flavor, mix in some beef bouillon cubes with the hot water and cornstarch, then add it to the skillet.
If you want to add some spice or extra sweetness to this dish, try adding 1 or 2 finely chopped chilis a touch of black pepper, and a tablespoon of brown sugar.