Lo Mein Noodles
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
145 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Asian
Lo Mein Noodles
Description
The Lo Mein recipe uses Asian noodles or a substitute like spaghetti cooked al dente to maintain a firm texture. The sauce blends tamari, mirin, sugar, sesame oil, and pepper for a mildly sweet and umami-rich flavor. Vegetables including sliced onion, minced garlic, julienned carrots, and chopped bell peppers are sautéed in olive and Asian sesame oil to build flavor and retain a slight crunch.
After combining the cooked noodles with the sautéed vegetables, the sauce is added and tossed evenly. This method ensures the noodles absorb the flavors without becoming soggy, while the vegetables provide texture contrast. Garnishes like toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or sriracha can be added for additional flavor.
This dish serves well as a vegetarian main or side, with optional protein additions such as shrimp, chicken, or ham. It's a flexible, flavorful noodle stir-fry that highlights the balance of soft and crisp textures complemented by a rich, lightly sweet sauce.
The notes highlight mirin's unique flavor profile and recommend using pure Asian sesame oil for better aroma. Suggestions include substituting or adding vegetables and proteins to customize the dish to taste.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 4 TB tamari sauce
- 1 TB mirin
- 1 TB granulated sugar
- 1 TB sesame oil pure, Asian
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground
For the Lo Mein:
- 8 oz asian noodles or spaghetti/linguine, if you can't find the fresh noodles, fresh style
- 2 TB sesame oil pure, Asian
- 2 TB olive oil
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups carrot pre-cut from store, matchstick cut
- 1 ½ cups bell pepper seeded and roughly chopped
- green onion toasted sesame seeds, sriracha, thinly sliced, optional garnish
Instructions
- Fill pot with generously salted water, and cook your choice of noodles according to package instructions to al dente (be sure not to over-cook.) Drain well and toss with 2 TB Asian sesame oil; set aside.
- While noodles are cooking, prepare the rest of the dish: In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Set sauce aside. Heat 2 TB olive oil in a large, deep skillet or wok. Once oil is hot, add onions and garlic, stirring 2 minutes until fragrant. Add carrots and bell peppers, stirring 3-4 minutes or until softened.
- Add the cooked/drained noodles into the skillet. Pour your prepared sauce evenly over the noodles, tossing gently to coat all ingredients thoroughly. Serve warm, with your choice of garnish.
Notes
- Use mirin, a sweet rice-based seasoning, for authentic sauce flavor; it differs from rice vinegar and rice wine.
- Pure Asian sesame oil is recommended for its richer aroma compared to regular sesame oil.
- Vegetables can be varied with bean sprouts, broccoli, mushrooms, or napa cabbage.
- Add cooked proteins like shrimp, shredded chicken, or diced ham to increase dish heartiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 145kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 292mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 142mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 1401IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 60mg | 67% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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