Description
Savor the authentic flavors of beef lo mein, a classic Chinese noodle dish that blends tender strips of beef with perfectly al dente noodles and crisp vegetables. Hungry diners will discover a quick, satisfying meal that brings restaurant-quality comfort right to their kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
Noodles and Vegetable Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225 g) lo mein noodles or spaghetti, cooked and drained
- 1 cup (100 g) sliced carrots
- 1 cup (100 g) broccoli florets
- ½ cup (50 g) sliced bell peppers (any color)
- ½ cup (50 g) sliced green onions
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
Instructions
- Create a vibrant sauce by whisking together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, water, and sugar in a compact mixing vessel. Allow the mixture to rest and meld flavors.
- Submerge lo mein noodles in boiling water, following package guidelines. Carefully drain and set aside, ensuring noodles remain loose and separated.
- Ignite a large skillet or wok with vegetable oil over robust heat. Introduce sliced beef, rapidly moving it across the surface until a rich golden-brown exterior develops. Extract the beef, preserving its succulent texture.
- Replenish the skillet with another drizzle of oil. Tumble minced garlic, grated ginger, julienned carrots, crisp broccoli florets, and vibrant bell peppers into the sizzling pan. Agitate the vegetables swiftly, maintaining their brilliant color and slight crunch.
- Reunite the caramelized beef with the dancing vegetables. Cascade the prepared noodles into the mixture, then drench everything with the prepped sauce. Toss energetically, ensuring each strand and morsel becomes gloriously coated.
- Garnish with delicate green onion slivers, adding a final burst of freshness. Transfer immediately to serving plates, presenting a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Optional: Accompany with additional soy sauce or fiery chili flakes for personalized zest.
Notes
- Keep noodles slightly undercooked since they’ll continue cooking when mixed with hot ingredients, preventing mushy texture.
- Select tender cuts like flank or sirloin steak for maximum tenderness, slicing against the grain to ensure soft beef pieces.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to maintain high heat and quick cooking process, crucial for authentic stir-fry technique.
- Substitute protein easily with chicken, tofu, or shrimp without changing core sauce recipe, making dish versatile for different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg