Description
This Beef Lo Mein recipe is a flavorful and satisfying stir-fried noodle dish featuring tender strips of beef, fresh vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines perfectly cooked lo mein noodles with a deliciously balanced mix of sweet, salty, and aromatic flavors, all tossed together in a hot skillet for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
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Noodles and Sauce
- 8 oz lo mein noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup hot boiled water
- 1 tbsp Beef Better Than Bouillon
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
For Cooking
- Oil (olive or sesame) for frying
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb beef, pre-sliced into very thin strips
- 2 large carrots, diced into two-inch pieces
- 2 cups broccoli, cut into two-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, diced into two-inch pieces
- 4 garlic cloves, pressed
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup hot boiled water with 1 tbsp Beef Better Than Bouillon and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Stir until fully dissolved. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce to the mixture and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Prepare Vegetables and Beef: Dice the carrots, broccoli, and onion into two-inch pieces. Pre-slice the beef into thin strips for quick cooking.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a skillet over high heat and add sesame oil. Stir-fry the beef strips until golden brown and cooked through, then remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside to retain its tenderness.
- Sauté the Onions: In the same skillet with a bit of sesame oil, sauté the diced onions until they turn golden brown, then remove them from the skillet and set aside to keep their caramelized flavor.
- Cook the Vegetables: Using the same skillet, sauté the carrots until slightly softened. Add the broccoli and cook both for about 3 minutes, allowing the vegetables to remain slightly crisp yet tender. Return the cooked onions to the pan and press in the garlic cloves, stirring to combine.
- Combine Beef and Sauce: Add the cooked beef back to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and allow it to simmer for about 2 minutes so the flavors can blend well.
- Add Noodles and Toss: Incorporate the cooked lo mein noodles into the skillet. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the sauce coats the noodles, beef, and vegetables evenly.
- Serve: Transfer the combined noodles, beef, and veggies into a large serving dish. Toss once more to bring everything together and serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh lo mein noodles or cook dried noodles just until al dente to avoid mushiness.
- Beef slice thinly against the grain to keep it tender during cooking.
- You can substitute broccoli and carrots with other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas according to preference.
- If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the brown sugar amount slightly.
- Use sesame oil for authentic flavor; if unavailable, olive oil can be used but flavor will vary.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
