Lo Mein 🍜

Add a festive twist to your holiday meals with this colorful and satisfying Lo Mein! Packed with crisp vegetables and savory flavors, it’s a quick and versatile dish that’s perfect for cozy nights or entertaining guests.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) lo mein noodles or spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. Cook the Noodles: Prepare the lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir-Fry Vegetables: Add sliced onion, carrot, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Add More Veggies: Toss in broccoli florets, mushrooms, and shredded cabbage. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Combine Noodles and Sauce: Return the cooked noodles to the skillet. Drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  6. Season and Serve: Adjust salt and pepper to taste. If the noodles are too dry, add a splash of water or chicken broth. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Tips:

  • Add your favorite protein such as chicken, shrimp, beef, or tofu for extra heartiness.
  • Keep vegetables slightly crunchy for the best texture.
  • Lo mein noodles can be substituted with spaghetti for convenience.

Celebrate the holidays with this vibrant and flavorful dish—perfect for sharing with family and friends! 🎄✨

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Add a festive twist to your holiday meals with this colorful and satisfying Lo Mein! Packed with crisp vegetables and savory flavors, it’s a quick and versatile dish that’s perfect for cozy nights or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (225g) lo mein noodles or spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Noodles: Prepare the lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir-Fry Vegetables: Add sliced onion, carrot, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Add More Veggies: Toss in broccoli florets, mushrooms, and shredded cabbage. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Combine Noodles and Sauce: Return the cooked noodles to the skillet. Drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  6. Season and Serve: Adjust salt and pepper to taste. If the noodles are too dry, add a splash of water or chicken broth. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Notes

  • Add your favorite protein such as chicken, shrimp, beef, or tofu for extra heartiness.
  • Keep vegetables slightly crunchy for the best texture.
  • Lo mein noodles can be substituted with spaghetti for convenience.

Celebrate the holidays with this vibrant and flavorful dish—perfect for sharing with family and friends! 🎄✨

  • Author: niold.com

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