Ingredients
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- 8 oz. lo mein or egg noodles
- 1 lb. beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds, for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
Creating Beef Lo Mein is straightforward when you follow these easy steps:
- Cook the Noodles: Boil the lo mein noodles in a pot of salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prep for Cooking: While the noodles are cooking, prepare all the vegetables and beef by slicing and chopping as needed.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté Beef: Add the thinly sliced beef to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add Vegetables: Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using) to make the sauce.
- Combine: Add the cooked noodles and sauce mixture to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the chopped green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Garnish: Remove from heat, and if desired, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added flavor and presentation.
With these simple steps, you can whip up a scrumptious Beef Lo Mein that is sure to impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g