Lo Mein

Name: Lo Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 8 oz egg lo mein noodles; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced; 2 cups shiitake mushrooms, sliced; 1 cup carrots, julienned; 2 cups napa cabbage, shredded; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tsp dark soy sauce; 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 4 green onions, chopped

Tender egg noodles tossed with crisp vegetables and a savory soy sauce blend.

25 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz egg lo mein noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
2 cups shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 cup carrots, julienned
2 cups napa cabbage, shredded
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp dark soy sauce
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
4 green onions, chopped

Instructions

1

Cook 8 oz egg lo mein noodles according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
2

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp dark soy sauce, and 2 tsp toasted sesame oil.
3

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
4

Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tsp minced fresh ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5

Add 2 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms, 1 cup julienned carrots, and 2 cups shredded napa cabbage, stir-frying for 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
6

Add cooked egg lo mein noodles and the sauce mixture, tossing for 2 minutes until hot and evenly coated.
7

Stir in 4 chopped green onions and remove from heat to serve.

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Questions

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Lo Mein?

The entry for Lo Mein calls for 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Is Lo Mein vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 8 oz egg lo mein noodles. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dinner collection.

Does Lo Mein contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Lo Mein?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 12 g protein, 58 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 850 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Lo Mein keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Lo Mein within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The pasta keeps drinking the sauce as it sits; loosen it with a splash of water or stock.

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