Description
Delicious lo mein noodles stir-fried with fresh vegetables and a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with a small drizzle of sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots, bell peppers, cabbage, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
- Add protein (if using): If adding cooked chicken, stir it in now and heat through for about 1 minute.
- Toss everything together: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss well until everything is evenly coated and heated through, about 2–3 minutes. Finish with sliced green onions and an extra drizzle of sesame oil if desired. Serve immediately while hot and glossy.
Notes
- I like to cook the noodles just until tender. Slightly firm noodles hold the sauce better and keep their texture after tossing.
- This simple sauce is the heart of the dish. It creates that deep, savory flavor that makes lo mein so satisfying.
- The key here is high heat and quick movement. You want vibrant vegetables with a slight crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg