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Beef Lo Mein

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

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  1. 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).
  2. 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).
  3. Meanwhile, in a large pot of salted water, cook the noodles just until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water. Set aside.
  4. 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.
  5. 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).
  6. 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.
  7. Stir in the water chestnuts, half of the green onions, and 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce mixture and let cook 30 additional seconds.
  8. 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.
  9. 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

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

% 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%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.