Beef Lo Mein

Name: Beef Lo Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 pound Sirloin; ½ teaspoon baking soda; 6 tablespoons water; 6 ounces long noodles such as whole grain spaghetti; ¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce; ¼ cup hoisin sauce; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes plus additional to taste; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 2 medium carrots; 1 head broccoli; 1 red bell pepper; 1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts; 4 green onions thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

User Reviews

0

0 reviews

Unrated

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 people
Calories
480 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Asian

Beef Lo Mein

Iris Warren

Report

Easy, healthy beef lo mein featuring tender beef sautéed with broccoli, noodles, and vegetables in a yummy sweet and savory lo mein sauce.

Share:

I Made This!

Be the first!

Print

7 people printed this

Save this

Be the first!

Ingredients

Servings

1 pound Sirloin top round steak, or flank steak
½ teaspoon baking soda
6 tablespoons water divided
6 ounces long noodles such as whole grain spaghetti or whole grain fettuccine, soba noodles, or udon noodles
¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce plus additional to taste
¼ cup hoisin sauce
4 cloves garlic minced or grated (about 1 heaping tablespoon)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes plus additional to taste
1 tablespoon canola oil or peanut or grapeseed oil
2 medium carrots peeled and cut into thin coins
1 head broccoli cut into small florets (about 3 cups), or 3 cups thinly sliced cabbage
1 red bell pepper cored and thinly sliced
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts drained
4 green onions thinly sliced divided
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil optional

Add to Shopping List

Instructions

For easier slicing, place the beef in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up. Cut the beef across the grain into very thin (1/4-inch or smaller) slices. Cut any long slices in half crosswise (each strip should be around 3 inches or so long).
Place the beef in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, stir together the baking soda and 2 tablespoons of the water. Pour over the beef and toss to coat. Let sit 5 minutes (this helps to tenderize it).
Meanwhile, in a large pot of salted water, cook the noodles just until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water. Set aside.
In a small bowl or larger liquid measuring cup, stir together the soy sauce, hoisin, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Keep handy near the stove.
In a wok or large, nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium high. Add the beef and cook until crisp on the outside but still pink on the inside, about 3 minutes. The beef will give off liquid, which is fine. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the sauce and let cook 30 seconds. With a large spoon, scoop the beef onto a plate (any cooking juices left behind will cook away).
Add the carrots, broccoli, and bell pepper. Cook until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the remaining 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) of water and let the vegetables steam until the broccoli turns bright green and most of the liquid has cooked away, about 2 minutes more.
Stir in the water chestnuts, half of the green onions, and 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce mixture and let cook 30 additional seconds.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the noodles and beef and pour the remaining soy sauce mixture over the top. With tongs, stir and toss until the noodles are heated through.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the top (if using) and sprinkle on the remaining green onion. Toss to combine. Enjoy!

Notes

TO STORE: Refrigerate leftover beef lo mein in an airtight container for 4 days.
TO REHEAT: Rewarm leftovers in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat or gently in the microwave. Splash a little water or broth onto the nooldes to keep them from drying out.
TO FREEZE: Freeze in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information

Show Details

Serving 1(of 4) Calories 480kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 70mg (23%) Potassium 1029mg (29%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 6647IU (133%) Vitamin C 105mg (117%) Calcium 119mg (12%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 480 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1(of 4)
Calories	480kcal	24%
Carbohydrates	59g	20%
Protein	36g	72%
Fat	12g	18%
Saturated Fat	3g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat	3g	18%
Monounsaturated Fat	5g	25%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	70mg	23%
Potassium	1029mg	22%
Fiber	6g	24%
Sugar	11g	22%
Vitamin A	6647IU	133%
Vitamin C	105mg	117%
Calcium	119mg	12%
Iron	5mg	28%