Beef Lo Mein

why make this recipe

Beef Lo Mein is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender beef, fresh vegetables, and soft noodles. It’s a great option for a quick weeknight dinner or for impressing friends and family at a gathering. This dish is full of flavor and can be made in under an hour, making it both convenient and fulfilling. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite vegetables!

how to make Beef Lo Mein

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lo mein
• 0.50 lb beef (New York strip steak)
• 6 oz napa cabbage
• 2 oz mini sweet pepper
• 2 oz snow pea
• 4 stalk green onion
• 2 oz carrot
• 2 clove garlic
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce (for marinade)
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (for marinade)
• 0.25 tsp white pepper (for marinade)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch (for marinade)
• 0.50 tsp sugar (for marinade)
• 2 tbsp water (for marinade)
• 1 tbsp oil (for marinade)
• 1.5 tbsp light soy sauce (for stir-fry sauce)
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce (for stir-fry sauce)
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (for stir-fry sauce)
• 0.25 tsp white pepper (for stir-fry sauce)
• 0.50 tsp cornstarch (for stir-fry sauce)
• 2 tbsp water (for stir-fry sauce)
• 1 tbsp sugar (for stir-fry sauce)
• 8 cups water (for boiling noodles)
• 3 tbsp oil (for stir-frying)
• 0.50 tbsp light soy sauce (for finishing)
• 1 tsp sesame oil (for finishing)

Directions:

1. Prepare the vegetables: separate napa cabbage leaves and chop the stems, prepare snow peas, slice mini sweet peppers, and cut green onions.
2. Prepare the beef: slice it thinly against the grain and marinate with light soy sauce, oyster sauce, white pepper, cornstarch, sugar, and water.
3. Make the stir-fry sauce by mixing the remaining sauce ingredients together in a bowl.
4. Bring water to a boil in a large pot and parboil the lo mein noodles for about 2 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.
5. Heat a wok and add oil. Cook the marinated beef until about 80% cooked, then remove from the wok.
6. Add more oil to the wok. Stir-fry the minced garlic, followed by the napa cabbage stems, then the leaves, carrots, and remaining vegetables.
7. Add the lo mein noodles to the wok and combine everything well.
8. Add the stir-fry sauce and the cooked beef, mixing well to combine.
9. Stir in the sesame oil, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Serve on a large dish and enjoy!

how to serve Beef Lo Mein

Beef Lo Mein can be served warm right out of the wok. It’s great for sharing on a large plate or individual bowls. You might want to sprinkle some additional green onions on top for a fresh touch. Serve it with chopsticks for an authentic experience!

how to store Beef Lo Mein

If you have leftovers, store Beef Lo Mein in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay good for about 3-4 days. When reheating, you can add a little water to prevent the noodles from drying out.

tips to make Beef Lo Mein

• Make sure to slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
• Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook, as stir-frying goes quickly.
• Feel free to add or substitute any vegetables you like, such as broccoli or bell peppers.
• Adjust the sauce to your taste; add more soy sauce for saltiness or more sugar for sweetness.

variation

You can easily adapt this recipe by using chicken or shrimp instead of beef. If you want a vegetarian option, replace the beef with tofu and use vegetable broth instead of meat-based sauce.

FAQs

1. Can I use different noodles for this recipe?
Yes, you can use any type of noodles you prefer, such as rice noodles or chow mein. Just adjust the cooking time according to the package instructions.

2. Is Beef Lo Mein spicy?
No, Beef Lo Mein is not typically spicy. However, you can add chili sauce or crushed red pepper flakes if you want some heat.

3. How long does it take to make Beef Lo Mein?
It usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes to prepare and cook Beef Lo Mein, making it a quick and satisfying meal.

Beef Lo Mein

Beef Lo Mein is a flavorful dish combining tender beef, fresh vegetables, and soft noodles, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 600

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Noodles

• 1 lb lo mein
• 8 cups water (for boiling noodles)

For the Marinade

• 0.50 lb beef (New York strip steak) Slice thinly against the grain.
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce For marinade.
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce For marinade.
• 0.25 tsp white pepper For marinade.
• 2 tbsp cornstarch For marinade.
• 0.50 tsp sugar For marinade.
• 2 tbsp water For marinade.
• 1 tbsp oil For marinade.

For the Stir-fry Sauce

• 1.5 tbsp light soy sauce For stir-fry sauce.
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce For stir-fry sauce.
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce For stir-fry sauce.
• 0.25 tsp white pepper For stir-fry sauce.
• 0.50 tsp cornstarch For stir-fry sauce.
• 2 tbsp water For stir-fry sauce.
• 1 tbsp sugar For stir-fry sauce.

For the Stir-fry

• 3 tbsp oil For stir-frying.
• 2 clove garlic Minced.
• 6 oz napa cabbage Separated and chopped.
• 2 oz mini sweet pepper Sliced.
• 2 oz snow pea
• 4 stalk green onion Sliced.
• 2 oz carrot Sliced.

For Finishing

• 0.50 tbsp light soy sauce For finishing touch.
• 1 tsp sesame oil For finishing touch.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Prepare the vegetables: separate napa cabbage leaves and chop the stems, prepare snow peas, slice mini sweet peppers, and cut green onions.
2. Prepare the beef: slice it thinly against the grain and marinate with light soy sauce, oyster sauce, white pepper, cornstarch, sugar, and water.
3. Make the stir-fry sauce by mixing the remaining sauce ingredients together in a bowl.

Cooking

1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot and parboil the lo mein noodles for about 2 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat a wok and add oil. Cook the marinated beef until about 80% cooked, then remove from the wok.
3. Add more oil to the wok. Stir-fry the minced garlic, followed by the napa cabbage stems, then the leaves, carrots, and remaining vegetables.
4. Add the lo mein noodles to the wok and combine everything well.
5. Add the stir-fry sauce and the cooked beef, mixing well to combine.
6. Stir in the sesame oil, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Serving

1. Serve on a large dish and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat with a little water to prevent noodles from drying out.