If you’re craving Chinese take-out and can’t wait for delivery, these 15-minute easy Vegetable Lo Mein will save the day! They’re healthier, faster, and better than takeout!
Lo Mein is one of those dishes that’s just loaded with so much goodness! Chewy bouncy noodles, crisp veggies, a savory sauce, & tender protein if you’re up for it!
You want to satisfy your noodle craving ASAP, look no further! This better than takeout recipe is what your stomach is looking for.
If you're craving meat in your stir-fry, check out my one-pot Beef Yaki Udon Stir Fry that has tender ribbons of beef throughout!
What You’ll Need:
- Choosing Lo Mein Noodles: I HIGHLY recommend buying pre-cooked lo mein noodles out of convenience! Fresh noodles will always be so much faster to cook than dried. You can find them in the refrigerated section of Asian markets, however, if you have a hard time finding them, spaghetti noodles can also work as an alternative.
- Vegetables: This recipe includes red bell peppers, mushrooms, snap peas, & bean sprouts, which add robust flavor and texture while cooking in only a few minutes!
Tips for Easy Vegetable Lo Mein
- Prep for Success: The most important thing in stir-fries is having all your ingredients ready before turning on the stove. Things move very quickly when cooking and the last thing you want is scrambling to gather ingredients. You might find your food burnt!
- Keeping Vegetables Fresh & Crunchy: When cooking, keep things moving and pay close attention to the vegetables so they don’t overcook. They should be cut thinly so they’ll finish cooking quickly!
- Size Matters: When cooking, especially in stir-fries, you want the ingredients to be cut in similar sizes and styles so they finish cooking at the same time. You don’t want some vegetables raw while others are soggy!
Note that this easy Vegetable Lo Mein recipe is highly customizable! Have any vegetables or protein hanging out in the back of your fridge? This Lo Mein recipe i
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Let's Get Cooking!
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15-Minute Easy Vegetable Lo Mein
Ingredients
LO MEIN SAUCE:
- 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
INGREDIENTS:
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- ½ onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms thinly sliced
- 1 cup napa cabbage thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 carrot julienned
- 2 green onion cut into 2-inch slices
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the sauce ingredients - dark soy sauce, shaoxing wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, & white pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare noodles according to the package. Set aside.
- Heat a large pan or wok on medium-high heat. Add about a tablespoon of oil then once it’s hot, toss in onions & cook for a few seconds, until they start to begin to turn tender but still crunchy. Add garlic & saute for a few more seconds, or until they’re fragrant.
- Add mushrooms & cook for 1-2 minutes, or until they become soft & golden.
- Add cabbage, bell peppers, and carrots. Cook for about 1 - 2 minutes, or until they begin to turn tender but still crunchy.
- Toss in noodles, pour in sauce, & gently mix together being careful not to break the noodles. Continue to cook for a few minutes until the sauce is completely absorbed into the noodles.
- Turn off the heat, add the green onions, & give a final few tosses to allow the green onions to wilt from the residual heat. Garnish with sesame seeds if you’re feeling fancy & enjoy!
Notes
- Versatile Veggies: Customize your lo mein with your favorite vegetables or use up those veggies hanging at the back of the fridge. Slice them thinly and uniformly for quick cooking.
- Convenient Lo Mein Noodles: Save time cooking with fresh lo mein noodles. Find them in the refrigerated section of Asian markets typically labeled "Lo Mein Noodles" but any fresh yellow egg noodles work! You can also use spaghetti noodles as a substitute, but half the noodle weight in the recipe since it'll double once boiled.
- Soy Sauce Options: Regular and light soy sauce add saltiness. Dark soy sauce adds a rich color, so skipping this ingredient will make your noodles lighter in color. Easily find them at Asian markets.
Nutrition
Exact calculations may vary. For the most accurate nutritional information, use your preferred nutrition calculator, actual ingredients, and quantities used for the recipe. Please consult with your physician or registered dietitian if more precise nutrition calculations are needed for health reasons.
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...A fellow food lover who believes anyone can whip up a delicious meal - no matter your skill level! These quick & easy Asian recipes will help you transform simple ingredients into a drool-worthy meal for you & the people you love most - without spending all day in the kitchen.
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