Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein Recipe

why make this recipe

This Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious and quick. It combines fresh veggies and savory noodles with a flavorful sauce, making it both hearty and satisfying. Plus, cooking it at home means you can customize it to your taste and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish in just a few minutes!

how to make Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein

Ingredients:

• 8 oz dry egg noodles (or fresh lo mein noodles)
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1/4 yellow onion, sliced
• 3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced (about 1/4 of a large cabbage)
• 3 garlic cloves, diced
• 1 bunch green onion (green parts only), chopped
• 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar (or regular sugar)
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp corn starch
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

Directions:

1. Boil the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
2. In a bowl, combine dark soy sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, sesame oil, corn starch, white pepper, and oyster sauce. Whisk thoroughly until the sugar and corn starch are completely dissolved.
3. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil, then stir-fry the sliced carrots, yellow onions, cabbage, and diced garlic for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
4. Add the cooked noodles and chopped green onions to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss to combine evenly.
5. Pour the prepared lo mein sauce over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the noodles evenly.
6. Remove from heat and transfer the lo mein to serving plates. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.

   

how to serve Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein

Serve this lo mein hot, right after cooking. You can garnish it with additional green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor. It pairs well with your favorite protein, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu, for a complete meal.

how to store Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days. To reheat, just toss them in a skillet or microwave until warm.

tips to make Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein

• To add extra flavor, try marinating your choice of protein in some of the sauce before cooking.
• Use any vegetables you have on hand, like bell peppers or snap peas, to change up the recipe.
• Make sure not to overcook the vegetables; they should be tender but still have a bit of crunch.

variation (if any)

For a vegetarian version, just omit the oyster sauce or replace it with a vegetarian alternative. You can also add tofu or tempeh for extra protein.

FAQs

1. Can I use other types of noodles?
Yes! You can substitute the egg noodles with any noodles you like, such as soba or rice noodles.

2. How can I make this lo mein spicier?
Add a splash of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce for some heat.

3. Is this lo mein gluten-free?
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and make sure to select gluten-free noodles.

Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein

This Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious and quick. It combines fresh veggies and savory noodles with a flavorful sauce, making it both hearty and satisfying.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Noodles and Vegetables

• 8 oz dry egg noodles (or fresh lo mein noodles)
• 2 pieces carrots, sliced
• 1/4 pieces yellow onion, sliced
• 3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced (about 1/4 of a large cabbage)
• 3 cloves garlic, diced
• 1 bunch green onion (green parts only), chopped

Lo Mein Sauce

• 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar (or regular sugar)
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp corn starch
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

Method

 

Cooking the Noodles

1. Boil the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.

Preparing the Sauce

1. In a bowl, combine dark soy sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, sesame oil, corn starch, white pepper, and oyster sauce. Whisk thoroughly until the sugar and corn starch are completely dissolved.

Stir-Frying the Vegetables

1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil, then stir-fry the sliced carrots, yellow onions, cabbage, and diced garlic for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Combine Ingredients

1. Add the cooked noodles and chopped green onions to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss to combine evenly.
2. Pour the prepared lo mein sauce over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the noodles evenly.

Serving

1. Remove from heat and transfer the lo mein to serving plates. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Serve this lo mein hot, right after cooking. You can garnish it with additional green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor. It pairs well with your favorite protein, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu, for a complete meal. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, just toss them in a skillet or microwave until warm. For a vegetarian version, just omit the oyster sauce or replace it with a vegetarian alternative. You can also add tofu or tempeh for extra protein.