Here’s a flavorful and quick recipe for Beef Lo Mein:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
- 1 lb beef (sirloin, flank steak, or skirt steak), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (for marinating the beef)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, sliced
For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup beef or chicken broth (optional for extra sauce)
Instructions:
- Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- While the noodles cook, toss the sliced beef with 2 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch in a bowl. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tbsp of the vegetable oil over high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for about 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil to the pan and stir-fry the garlic and onion for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot, and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the beef to the pan and toss in the cooked noodles. Pour the sauce ingredients (soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and broth if using) over the noodles and toss everything together until well coated.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to heat everything through. Garnish with green onions before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Beef Lo Mein, packed with savory flavors and tender beef!