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Lo Mein Recipe

Savory Lo Mein Recipe in 15 Minutes: Fast & Flavorful Delight

Discover this Easy Lo Mein Recipe, a quick, customizable meal that rivals your favorite takeout.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Dry Egg Noodles Substitution: Fresh noodles or rice noodles can make it gluten-free.
For the Veggies
  • 2 Carrots Substitution: Bell peppers or snap peas add a lovely crispness too.
  • ¼ Yellow Onion Substitution: Use shallots for a milder, sweeter taste.
  • 3 cups Cabbage Substitution: Bok choy or broccoli florets provide excellent alternatives.
  • 3 Garlic Substitution: Garlic powder may work, but fresh guarantees the best taste.
  • 1 bunch Green Onion Substitution: Chives can serve in a pinch if green onions aren’t available.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce Substitution: Regular soy sauce can be used for a lighter touch.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Substitution: Tamari works nicely for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Substitution: Try honey or maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil Substitution: Olive oil can replace it, or omit for a lighter version.
  • 1 tbsp Corn Starch Substitution: Arrowroot powder or potato starch works great too.
  • ¼ tsp White Pepper Substitution: Black pepper is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce Substitution: Mushroom sauce can be used for a vegetarian twist.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • wok or large skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by preparing your vegetables for the Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein. Slice the carrots, yellow onion, and cabbage, and finely dice the garlic. Make sure to also chop the green onion, separating the green parts for garnish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, brown sugar, corn starch, water, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
  3. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the dry egg noodles and cook for about 5 minutes until they are just tender but still firm to the bite. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water.
  4. In a large wok or skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and onion. Sauté for about 2 minutes.
  5. Add the sliced cabbage and continue to cook for another 2 minutes until slightly wilted but still vibrant.
  6. Add the drained egg noodles to the pan along with the prepared sauce and the green parts of the onion. Toss everything together and stir-fry for an additional minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to prep and chop your veggies ahead of time, storing them in the fridge.

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