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Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein


  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Quick and satisfying homemade Lo Mein, packed with vibrant veggies and a savory sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 carrots – sliced
  • ¼ yellow onion – sliced
  • 3 cups cabbage – thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves – diced
  • 1 bunch green onion (green parts only)
  • 8 oz dry egg noodles (or fresh)
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ¼ tsp white pepper
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Slice the onion, carrots, cabbage, and green onion, and dice the garlic. Keep everything organized.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine dark soy sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well.
  3. Cook the Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the egg noodles for about 5 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and rinse them under cold water.
  4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Heat a pan or wok over high heat. Add garlic, carrots, and sliced onion, stir-frying for 2 minutes. Add the cabbage and continue stir-frying for another 2 minutes.
  5. Combine Everything: Add the cooked noodles, prepared sauce, and green onion into the pan. Stir well and cook for an additional minute.
  6. Serve: Enjoy your dish immediately!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, store for up to a month; note that the texture may change after thawing.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Lo Mein, quick recipe, vegetarian meal, stir-fry, easy dinner