Description
Savor the authentic flavors of Chinese-inspired beef lo mein, a delightful noodle dish packed with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce. Perfectly balanced and quick to prepare, you’ll enjoy this restaurant-quality meal that brings delicious Asian cuisine right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
Noodles and Main Components:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) lo mein noodles
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup snow peas
- 3 green onions, chopped
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare lo mein noodles according to package directions, then drain and reserve, ensuring noodles remain loose and not sticky.
- Create a flavor-packed sauce by whisking together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil in a separate mixing bowl.
- Sear beef slices in a large wok or skillet over high heat with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, cooking until edges caramelize and meat browns, approximately 3-4 minutes. Transfer cooked beef to a clean plate.
- In the same cooking vessel, add remaining oil and quickly sauté minced garlic until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Immediately introduce mushrooms, carrots, bell peppers, and snow peas, stir-frying at high temperature for 4-5 minutes until vegetables maintain a crisp texture.
- Reintroduce browned beef into the vegetable mixture, then pour prepared sauce over ingredients, ensuring even distribution. Gently fold in cooked noodles, tossing continuously to coat thoroughly and heat all components.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling freshly chopped green onions across the top, serving immediately while piping hot to preserve optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Choose lo mein noodles with a firm texture to prevent turning mushy during stir-frying.
- Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Prep all ingredients before cooking to ensure quick and smooth stir-frying process.
- Swap beef with tofu or chicken for dietary variety and personal preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg