Description
A delightful homemade version of the classic Chinese takeout dish, featuring tender beef, colorful vegetables, and soft lo mein noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- Lo mein noodles
- Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- Optional: green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Toss the sliced flank steak with 2 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large pan or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- Add the marinated beef and cook until browned.
- Add your choice of vegetables and stir-fry for a few minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Pour in 1/4 cup soy sauce and beef broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Add cooked lo mein noodles to the pan and toss everything together to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Slice the beef thinly for quicker cooking; customize vegetables based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef lo mein, Chinese recipe, stir fry, homemade lo mein, quick dinner