Description
Easy Lo Mein is your go-to weeknight meal, combining tender lo mein noodles with a colorful medley of sautéed vegetables and a savory soy sauce blend. This quick and customizable dish not only satisfies your cravings but also brings friends and family together around the table. Whether you’re cooking for a cozy night in or preparing for unexpected guests, this Easy Lo Mein will impress everyone with its vibrant flavors and delightful aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of colors)
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: Chop bell peppers, julienne carrots, cut broccoli into small florets, mince garlic, and slice green onions.
- 2. Cook the noodles: Boil water in a pot and cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
- 3. Sauté veggies: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic until fragrant, then toss in bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli. Sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- 4. Combine sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch mixture, and black pepper. Pour over veggies in the skillet.
- 5. Toss noodles: Add cooked lo mein noodles to the skillet and gently toss everything together until well combined.
- 6. Final touches: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; sprinkle green onions on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg