Beef Lo Mein Recipe

Name: Beef Lo Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 5 tbsp soy sauce; pinch of pepper to taste; 2 quarts water; not found; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tsp cornstarch; not found (lo mein noodles used instead); 1 lb beef strips; not found (vegetable oil and sesame oil used instead); 1 medium onion, chopped green onions (optional); 3 cloves garlic; for salted water, pinch of salt to taste; 3 tbsp oyster sauce; ½ tsp grated ginger; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; ½ cup beef broth; 1 lb dried lo mein noodles

Experience the rich flavors of authentic Beef Lo Mein! This easy-to-follow recipe, adapted from treasured Chinese cooking techniques, delivers a mouthwatering dish in just 40 minutes. Tender beef, perfectly cooked noodles, and a savory sauce create a culinary masterpiece you'll crave again and again. Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful and satisfying Asian-inspired classic.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 542.4 kcal

Protein 62g

Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Lo Mein

1 tsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp vegetable oil
5 tbsp soy sauce
pinch of pepper to taste
2 quarts water
not found
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp cornstarch
not found (lo mein noodles used instead)
1 lb beef strips
not found (vegetable oil and sesame oil used instead)
1 medium onion, chopped green onions (optional)
3 cloves garlic
for salted water, pinch of salt to taste
3 tbsp oyster sauce
½ tsp grated ginger
1 tbsp rice vinegar
½ cup beef broth
1 lb dried lo mein noodles

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How to Make Beef Lo Mein

In a bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, ½ tsp ginger (grated), and 1 clove garlic (minced).
Add 1 lb beef strips to the marinade and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients: ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and ½ cup beef broth.
Set the sauce aside.
Bring 2 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot over high heat.
Add 1 lb dried lo mein noodles and cook according to package directions until tender but still slightly firm. (approx 8-10 minutes)
Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1 medium onion (sliced) and 2 cloves garlic (minced) and saute for 3 minutes until softened.
Add the marinated beef and cook until browned and almost cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste, and mix well.
Pour in the prepared sauce and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and the cornstarch becomes clear (about 1-2 minutes).
Add the cooked noodles and toss gently to coat in the sauce.
Serve immediately. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional).