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Flavorful Lo Mein Noodles Recipe with Crisp Veggies

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A quick and easy homemade lo mein recipe featuring tender noodles and crisp vegetables, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or casual lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) lo mein noodles (fresh or dried Chinese egg noodles; spaghetti as substitute)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or peanut oil recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional; vegetarian oyster sauce for plant-based version)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup (100 g) snow peas
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup (50 g) bean sprouts (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the lo mein noodles and cook according to package instructions—usually 3 to 5 minutes for fresh egg noodles or 7 to 8 minutes for dried. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Toss with a teaspoon of oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Set aside.
  3. Wash and slice all vegetables: julienne the carrot, thinly slice the bell pepper, trim the snow peas, and slice the green onions. Keep ready for stir-frying.
  4. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
  5. Add minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Add carrots and bell peppers first and stir-fry for about 2 minutes. Then add snow peas and bean sprouts, stir-frying for another 2 minutes. Add green onions last and cook until veggies are tender-crisp.
  7. Turn heat to high and add cooked noodles to the pan. Pour the sauce over everything. Toss with tongs or chopsticks to combine and heat through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add a splash of water or broth if the mixture looks dry.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions or a drizzle of sesame oil if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook noodles; rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent clumping. Stir-fry veggies on high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to keep them crisp. Add sesame oil at the end for a nutty finish. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos and gluten-free noodles. Protein additions like chicken, shrimp, tofu, or beef can be added with the noodles.

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Keywords: lo mein, noodles, stir-fry, vegetables, easy dinner, quick meal, homemade, Chinese cuisine, vegetarian option

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