Description
Discover mouthwatering beef lo mein, a classic Chinese noodle dish that blends savory flavors and tender beef with perfectly cooked vegetables. Slurp-worthy noodles and rich sauce promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
Noodles and Carbohydrates:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Cooking Oil:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Immerse lo mein noodles in boiling water, following package guidelines. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Craft a harmonious sauce by whisking soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, ground ginger, sugar, and water into a silky emulsion.
- Ignite a large skillet with vegetable oil over robust heat. Sear beef slices rapidly, achieving a caramelized exterior within 2-3 minutes. Transfer meat to a temporary holding plate.
- Utilize the same skillet’s residual flavors, introducing minced garlic and diced onions. Sauté briefly until fragrant and translucent.
- Integrate vibrant bell peppers, crisp snap peas, and julienned carrots. Maneuver ingredients swiftly, maintaining their textural integrity for approximately 3 minutes.
- Reintroduce seared beef into the vegetable medley, cascading the prepared sauce across the mixture. Ensure comprehensive coating through vigorous stirring.
- Gently fold cooked noodles into the aromatic ensemble, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken during a final 2-minute simmer.
- Elevate the dish’s presentation by scattering freshly chopped green onions atop the steaming lo mein. Serve immediately for optimal gustatory experience.
Notes
- Opt for fresh lo mein noodles from Asian grocery stores for authentic texture and flavor.
- Choose lean beef cuts like sirloin or flank steak to reduce fat while maintaining tenderness.
- Control sodium by using low-sodium soy sauce and reducing added salt in the sauce.
- Customize vegetables based on seasonal availability or personal preferences for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 69 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg