Description
Beef Lo Mein is a classic Chinese takeout favorite you can make at home in just 30 minutes. Packed with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and savory noodles, this recipe is customizable, easy, and better than takeout.
Ingredients
For the Beef Marinade:
1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Sauce:
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
For the Lo Mein:
8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup broccoli florets
1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
1/2 cup snow peas (optional)
3 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef:
- Mix soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a bowl. Add beef, toss to coat, and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Cook the Noodles:
- Cook noodles per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.
- Stir-Fry the Beef:
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry beef for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tbsp oil. Add carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine Everything:
- Add cooked noodles and beef to the skillet. Pour the sauce over, tossing for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until well coated.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Substitute beef with chicken, shrimp, or tofu for variety.
Use mushrooms, zucchini, spinach, or bok choy for a vegetable twist.
Adjust spice levels with chili flakes or sriracha.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
