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Triple Delight Chinese food with chicken, beef, shrimp, and vegetables in savory brown sauce

Triple Delight Chinese Food Recipe

Triple Delight Chinese Food is a classic American-Chinese stir-fry made with chicken, beef, shrimp, and colorful vegetables tossed in a savory brown garlic sauce. This recipe explains what Triple Delight Chinese food is, what it contains, calorie details, sodium levels, and how to make Hunan or spicy variations at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, american chinese, Chinese
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb chicken breast (thinly sliced)
  • ½ lb beef flank steak (thinly sliced)
  • ½ lb shrimp (peeled & deveined)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snow peas
  • 1 cup carrots (sliced)
  • 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
  • ½ cup bell peppers (optional)
  • 1 tbsp garlic (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • ¼ cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ chili flakes (optional for spicy version)

Method
 

  1. Prepare Ingredients

    Slice chicken and beef thinly. Pat shrimp dry. Lightly season all proteins with soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

  2. Heat the Wok

    Heat a wok or large pan over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil.

  3. Cook the Proteins

    Stir-fry chicken for 1–2 minutes until lightly browned. Remove and repeat with beef and shrimp. Set aside.

  4. Stir-Fry Vegetables

    Add broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, bell peppers, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.

  5. Add Garlic

    Add chopped garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  6. Combine Everything

    Return chicken, beef, and shrimp to the wok and mix well.

  7. Add Sauce

    Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin (optional), sugar, and water/broth. Toss until everything is coated evenly.

  8. Thicken & Finish

    Let the sauce simmer for 1 minute until glossy. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

  9. Serve

    Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Triple Delight Chinese food with chicken, beef, shrimp, and vegetables in savory brown sauce
A classic Triple Delight Chinese food dish made with chicken, beef, shrimp, and colorful vegetables.

Triple Delight Chinese Food Recipe

  • Add chili oil or extra chili flakes for a spicy version.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
  • Do not overcook shrimp—it should be just pink and tender.
  • You can add baby corn, bok choy, or water chestnuts for variety.
  • For thicker sauce, mix extra cornstarch with water and add at the end.
  • Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days.
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