Lo Mein Recipe

Lo Mein is a beloved Chinese dish featuring soft noodles tossed with stir-fried vegetables, protein, and a flavorful sauce. Whether you’re a fan of chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu, this recipe is endlessly customizable and comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dining, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s healthier and fresher than takeout.

Equipment:

• Large pot
• Wok or large skillet
• Tongs or spatula
• Small mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients:

For the Sauce:

• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

For the Lo Mein:

• 8 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti as a substitute)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• ½ cup snap peas
• 1 cup protein of choice (chicken, shrimp, beef, tofu, or pork)
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Noodles:
   Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the lo mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
   In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Set aside.
3. Cook the Protein:
   Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your chosen protein and cook until fully cooked and golden. Remove from the wok and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
   Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Toss in the carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. Combine Everything:
   Return the cooked protein to the wok and add the cooked noodles. Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss everything together until well-coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   Transfer the Lo Mein to serving plates. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot.

Tips:

• Customize your vegetables based on what you have: mushrooms, bok choy, or zucchini work well.
• For a spicy kick, add a drizzle of sriracha or chili oil to the sauce.
• Double the sauce for a more richly coated dish.

This Lo Mein recipe is a quick and satisfying way to enjoy a classic dish at home. Packed with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or sharing with friends. Skip the takeout and enjoy the homemade goodness!

Lo Mein Recipe

This easy Lo Mein recipe brings the flavors of your favorite takeout to your kitchen! Packed with tender noodles, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce, it’s a quick and delicious meal for any night of the week.

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Equipment

• Large pot
• Wok or large skillet
• Tongs or spatula
• Small mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  

• For the Sauce:
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• For the Lo Mein:
• 8 ounces lo mein noodles or spaghetti as a substitute
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1 cup bell peppers sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• ½ cup snap peas
• 1 cup protein of choice chicken, shrimp, beef, tofu, or pork
• 2 green onions sliced
• Sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions

 

• Cook the Noodles:
• Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the lo mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• Prepare the Sauce:
• In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Set aside.
• Cook the Protein:
• Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your chosen protein and cook until fully cooked and golden. Remove from the wok and set aside.
• Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
• Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Toss in the carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
• Combine Everything:
• Return the cooked protein to the wok and add the cooked noodles. Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss everything together until well-coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.
• Garnish and Serve:
• Transfer the Lo Mein to serving plates. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot.