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Beef Lo Mein Noodles

Beef with noodles and veggies and a Asian sauce is the perfect easy weeknight meal!

Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Keyword beef lo mein recipe, easy asian dinner recipes, easy weeknight dinner
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 435 kcal
Author Kelly

Ingredients

  • 6-7 ounces dried lo mein noodles or 2 1/2 cups fresh lo mein (*can also use egg noodles, dry spaghetti, angel hair or linguine noodles)
  • 8 ounces (about 1/2 lb) flank steak or sirloin trimmed of fat, very thinly sliced against the grain
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 4-5 Tablespoons cooking oil divided
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced or grated ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves minced

For the Sauce:

  • 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce can also use gluten free tamari or coconut aminos for paleo
  • 3 Tablespoons oyster flavored sauce if allergic - leave out and use more soy sauce or hoisin sauce can be used but the flavor won't be quite the same since it's sweeter
  • 1 Tablespoon of rice wine Mirin or dry sherry
  • 2 teaspoons honey or brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons of sesame oil
  • 2 Tablespoons corn starch
  • 2/3 cup water plus more as needed to thin out sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce optional but if you already have it in your pantry, give it a try - it adds that extra rich umami flavor
  • 1-2 teaspoons Thai chili garlic paste red pepper chili flakes or Sriracha sauce - optional or to taste

For Meal Prep:

Instructions

  1. If using dry noodles, prepare noodles according to package directions, drain and set aside. While the noodles are cooking, whisk together all the ingredients for the sauce.
  2. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat, for about 2 minutes. The pan needs to be hot enough that you start seeing a little bit of smoke rising.
  3. Quickly add the beef to the smoking pan and spread the pieces out to a single layer allowing them to sear and brown. Season with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch.
  4. Cook until the meat is no longer pink (about 30 seconds making sure not to over cook). Quickly transfer beef to a serving plate and set aide.
  5. Add the same pan back to the stove and turn the heat to medium-high heat. Add the remaining oil and let it heat up then toss in the broccoli and saute for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Add ginger and garlic, stirring for another 30 seconds until fragrant then add the seared beef back to the pan. Pour in sauce and stir until the sauce boils and thickens - about 30 seconds. Add more water if needed to thin out the sauce. Quickly stir in the fresh or cooked noodles and toss everything together to coat well. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed, sprinkle sesame seeds, green onions or parsley over top and serve hot.
  6. For meal prep: Divide noodles into four containers and store in the refrigerator for up to four days.

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Nutrition Facts
Beef Lo Mein Noodles
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 435 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 34mg11%
Sodium 1379mg57%
Potassium 447mg13%
Carbohydrates 45g15%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 19g38%
Vitamin A 425IU9%
Vitamin C 61.4mg74%
Calcium 55mg6%
Iron 1.8mg10%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.