Description
This Plain Lo Mein Noodles Recipe is a comforting and satisfying dish that’s incredibly easy to whip up. With just a handful of pantry staples, you’ll create a nourishing and delicious meal that can be customized to your taste!
Ingredients
- Lo Mein Noodles
- Vegetable Oil
- Garlic
- Soy Sauce
- Vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, green onions)
- Optional Protein (cooked beef, chicken, or tofu)
Instructions
- Start by boiling a pot of water. Once it's boiling, add the Lo Mein noodles and cook according to the package instructions until they are al dente. If using dried noodles, this usually takes about 6-8 minutes. Drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and set aside.
- While the noodles are cooking, wash and slice your chosen vegetables thinly. This helps them cook quickly and evenly.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot before adding ingredients to ensure a good stir-fry.
- Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and stir it for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it!
- Toss in your sliced vegetables and stir-fry them for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- Now, add the drained Lo Mein noodles to the skillet. Stir everything together gently to combine the flavors.
- Pour in 3-4 tablespoons of soy sauce (or more to taste) and stir until the noodles are evenly coated. If you like a bit of spice, add some chili sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through. Once done, remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking. Customize your dish with different vegetables, and adjust the sauce to your preference for a saucier meal.