Savory Beef Lo Mein
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
583 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese-American Fussion
Savory Beef Lo Mein
Description
This Savory Beef Lo Mein recipe begins with a sauce created by blending beef broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, cornstarch, and sesame oil. The cornstarch helps thicken the sauce for better adherence to the noodles and vegetables. The beef strips cook until browned and tender, then mixed with snow peas, shredded carrot, bean sprouts, sliced red bell pepper, and shredded cabbage, which soften yet retain some crunch. The cooked lo mein noodles are tossed in last, combining all elements with the sauce for a flavorful blend of textures and tastes.
The dish balances the richness of beef with the freshness of the vegetables and a savory, slightly thickened sauce. Green onions add a mild bite as a garnish. It makes a filling dinner, suitable for making in larger quantities as noted by the recipe's intent to yield a large batch, accommodating multiple servings or leftovers.
Preparing the sauce ahead and cooking the noodles just to al dente ensures the vegetables stay crisp and the beef remains juicy. Tossing quickly at the end distributes flavors evenly.
Ingredients
Sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup oyster sauce
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons ginger grated
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Beef Lo Mein
- 16 ounces lo mein noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 pounds flank steak cut against the grain into 1 inch strips
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 to 2 teaspoons black pepper based on your preference
- 2 cups snow peas
- 1 cup carrot shredded
- 1 cup bean sprout
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium green cabbage shredded or thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup green onion sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, make the sauce by whisking together chicken broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add beef into skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until beef is browned, about 4- 5 minutes.
- Add in peas, carrots, bean sprouts, red bell pepper, and cabbage and cook until veggies are tender and the beef is completely cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Pour sauce over veggies and let cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add in cooked noodles and toss to combine. Garnish with sliced green onion.
Notes
- This recipe makes a large batch suitable for several servings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 583 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 583kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1807mg | 75% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 3529IU | 71% |
| Vitamin C | 60mg | 67% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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