Beef Lo Mein
Lo mein is a delightful and versatile dish that you can customize with your favorite proteins and vegetables. Here’s a recap of the key steps to making beef lo mein:
Yield: 6
Materials
- Lo mein noodles (or substitute)
- Beef (sliced into strips)
- Vegetables (sliced into bite-size pieces)
- Sauce (soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, ginger, sesame oil)
Instructions
- Boil Noodles: Cook the lo mein noodles in boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Marinate Beef: Slice the beef into thin strips and marinate them to tenderize and add flavor. Set aside while you prepare other ingredients.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and sesame oil to make the sauce. Set it aside.
- Prepare Vegetables: Slice your choice of vegetables into bite-size pieces. Common choices include bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas.
- Cook Beef: Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the marinated beef for several minutes until it’s cooked to your desired level. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same pan, stir-fry the prepared vegetables until they are tender and slightly crisp.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked beef to the pan, then add the drained lo mein noodles.
- Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the beef, vegetables, and noodles. Toss everything together to ensure it’s well-coated with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish your beef lo mein with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Now, your homemade beef lo mein is ready to enjoy! Feel free to adjust the ingredients and customize it to your taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious meal!