Description
A classic lo mein recipe featuring stir-fried noodles with vegetables and protein.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced vegetables and protein. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet.
- Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the noodles. Toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add green onions and stir to incorporate.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, use tofu and vegetable soy sauce.
- Adjust cooking time based on the protein used.
- Experiment with different vegetables based on seasonality.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: lo mein recipe, stir-fried noodles, Chinese cuisine, quick meals