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Lo Mein Recipe

Lo Mein Recipe

Ready in about 20 minutes, this Lo Mein recipe is a simple, tasty stir fry that brings homemade Asian cuisine to your table without the fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz egg noodles or lo mein noodles
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or peanut oil for extra flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger peeled and grated
  • 1 medium carrot julienned (sub: red bell pepper)
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas trimmed (for crunch)
  • 3 green onions sliced on the diagonal (whites and greens separated)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce Kikkoman or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce or vegetarian mushroom sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil toasty aroma
  • 1 tsp sugar or honey balances the salt
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts fresh or canned, drained
  • sesame seeds for garnish (white or black)

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add noodles and cook according to package instructions—usually 3–5 minutes for fresh, 7–8 minutes for dried. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking; toss with a drizzle of oil so they don’t stick.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Set aside. (Here’s the thing: tasting your sauce now saves you from surprises later.)
  • Warm a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil; swirl until shimmering.
  • Toss in garlic, ginger, and the white parts of green onions. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds—until fragrant but not browned.
  • Slide in carrots and peas. Cook 2–3 minutes, stirring so they stay crisp-tender. You’re aiming for bright color and just a hint of bite.
  • Push veggies to the edges, add noodles to the center, then pour sauce over top. Use tongs or two spatulas to gently toss, coating every strand.
  • Stir in bean sprouts and the green tops of the onions. Heat through for 1 minute. Taste and adjust: more soy if you like salt, extra honey if you want sweetness.
  • Transfer to a warm platter, sprinkle sesame seeds, and dig in while it’s steaming hot.

Notes

Noodle tip: Al dente is your friend—overcooked noodles turn mushy fast. Timing trick: Prep all ingredients before you turn on the heat (“mise en place”) to keep the stir-fry moving. Sauce tweak: For a gluten-free version, use tamari and mushroom sauce. Oil swap: Toasted sesame oil alone burns easily; mix with a neutral oil for better control. Veggie ideas: Broccoli, baby corn, bok choy, or even shredded cabbage work beautifully.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
Keyword Asian Cuisine, Lo Mein, noodles, Stir-Fry
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