Lo Mein

This Lo Mein recipe takes only 15 minutes total! It has big and bold flavors. The noodles and vegetables are tossed in a hearty and savory sauce. This Chinese-inspired takeout dish is easy, quick and healthy to make at home!

Ingreadient

• 8 ounces Lo Mein noodles (or brown rice spaghetti)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 small onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium carrot (julienned)
• 1 medium bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• chopped green onions (to garnish)

Step by step

1. First, cook the Lo Mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large wok or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Then, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced onion, julienned carrot, and bell pepper to the wok. Stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
5. Add the sliced mushrooms, shredded cabbage, and bean sprouts to the wok. Stir fry for another 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), hoisin sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
7. Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and pour the sauce mixture into the cleared space. Let it heat for a few seconds until it starts to bubble.
8. Add the cooked lo mein noodles to the wok and toss everything together with tongs or chopsticks. Ensure the noodles and vegetables are coated evenly with the sauce.
9. Stir-fry for another 1 to 2 minutes until the noodles are heated through.
10. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
11. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.