Description
A quick and easy Beef Lo Mein recipe that tastes like takeout but is made at home in under 30 minutes. Features tender beef, chewy noodles, and crisp vegetables coated in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lo mein noodles (fresh or dried)
- 8 oz beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinating beef)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for marinating beef)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 2 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for finishing)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, marinate the thinly sliced beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Prepare vegetables: julienne the carrot and red bell pepper, shred the cabbage, cut green onions into 1-inch pieces, and mince garlic and ginger.
- Whisk together the sauce ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons water, and optional sugar.
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef and sear quickly until browned on all sides (about 1-2 minutes). Remove beef and set aside.
- Add more oil if needed. Stir-fry carrots, bell pepper, and cabbage for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Add minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the cooked noodles and seared beef back into the wok with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over everything.
- Toss gently and quickly to coat all ingredients evenly. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat. Stir in the green onions, drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using. Give it a final toss and serve immediately.
Notes
- Slice beef thinly and against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Cook on high heat in the wok, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, for best results.
- Use fresh or frozen lo mein noodles for an ideal chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 65mg