Description
A quick and flavorful Lo Mein noodle recipe, perfect for a simple meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Lo Mein noodles (or egg noodles if in a pinch)
- 4 cups Water (for boiling)
- 1 tsp Salt (to enhance flavor)
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce (low-sodium for a healthier option)
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil (for flavor)
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar (to balance richness)
- 2 tbsp Green onions (chopped finely)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 cup Vegetables (like bell peppers or carrots, sautéed)
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Gently add your lo mein noodles to the boiling water, stirring occasionally. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes.
- Once cooked, carefully drain the noodles in a colander and rinse them under cold water.
- In a large bowl, drizzle a tablespoon of sesame oil over the drained noodles and toss gently until evenly coated.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Add the sauce to the oiled noodles and toss until everything is well combined.
- Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For additional flavor, you can add cooked protein such as chicken or tofu.
- Feel free to mix and match your choice of vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg