Lo Mein: Quick, Delicious, and Customizable Chinese Noodle Dish

Lo Mein: Quick, Delicious, and Customizable Chinese Noodle Dish

from kellytoups.com
25 min
4 servings

Lo Mein is a satisfying Chinese noodle dish, full of flavor, and quick to prepare. Stir-fried with soft noodles, vegetables, and protein in a savory sauce, this recipe is a great way to bring takeout-style Lo Mein right to your kitchen. It’s easy to customize with your favorite veggies and proteins—like chicken, tofu, shrimp, or beef—making it versatile for different tastes and dietary preferences. Serve this as a main dish or alongside other Chinese-inspired favorites for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Lo Mein noodles 1/2 cup sliced green onions ((or spaghetti as a substitute))
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil ((or sesame oil for extra flavor))
  • 1/2 lb chicken breast (thinly sliced (or tofu, shrimp, or beef as alternatives))
  • 1/2 cup green onions (sliced)
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables ((bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, broccoli))
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce 1/2 tsp minced garlic ((or low-sodium soy sauce))
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/2 tsp minced garlic

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Noodles:Cook the Lo Mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. If using spaghetti, cook for slightly less time for a firmer texture.Tip: If you can’t find Lo Mein noodles, spaghetti or fettuccine can be great alternatives.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce:In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and broth. Mix well and set aside.

  3. 3

    Stir-Fry the Vegetables:Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ginger and garlic, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the mixed vegetables and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.Tip: Try using mushrooms, zucchini, or bok choy for variety.

  4. 4

    Add the Protein:Add the sliced chicken (or your choice of protein) to the skillet, and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until fully cooked. If using shrimp, cook until they turn pink; for tofu, cook until lightly browned.

  5. 5

    Combine Noodles and Sauce:Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables and protein. Pour the sauce over everything, stirring well to coat the noodles and other ingredients evenly.

  6. 6

    Finish and Garnish:Add the sliced green onions, stirring everything together for another minute. Remove from heat and serve hot.