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The Ultimate Beef Lo Mein Recipe: A Family Favorite

Beef Lo Mein
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A classic Chinese takeout-style dish with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and springy noodles tossed in a rich, savory sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes!

  • Author: ranime
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

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  • For the Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • For the Noodles:
  • 12 oz (340g) fresh lo mein noodles (or spaghetti in a pinch)
  • For the Stir-Fry:
  • 1 lb (450g) flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 bell pepper, julienned
  • 2 carrots, julienned
  • 2 cups bean sprouts
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep: Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Toss beef with cornstarch.
  2. Cook noodles: Boil noodles 1 minute less than package directs. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with 1 tsp oil.
  3. Sear beef: Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok over high heat. Cook beef in batches until browned (1-2 min/side). Remove.
  4. Stir-fry veggies: Add 1 tbsp oil. Cook garlic and ginger 30 seconds. Add onion, cabbage, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Combine: Push veggies aside. Add remaining oil and noodles, tossing 1 minute. Add sauce, beef, and bean sprouts. Toss everything together 2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve: Garnish with green onions. Optional: drizzle with extra sesame oil.

Notes

  • Freeze beef for 30 minutes for easier slicing
  • Substitute chicken or shrimp for beef if preferred
  • For extra sauce, double the sauce ingredients
  • Key to perfect texture: high heat and quick cooking
  • Leftovers keep 3-4 days in fridge (noodles soften slightly)

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Find it online: https://recipesfood.org/beef-lo-mein-delicious-recipe/