Beef Lo Mein is a classic Chinese takeout dish featuring tender beef, vegetables, and noodles all tossed in a savory sauce. This homemade version is quick, easy, and incredibly delicious. Let’s dive into the details to create this delightful dish!
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- Beef flank steak or sirloin: 1 pound (450g), thinly sliced against the grain
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Shaoxing wine or dry sherry: 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon
For the Sauce:
- Soy sauce: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Hoisin sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Cornstarch: 1 teaspoon
- Water or beef broth: 1/4 cup (60ml)
For the Lo Mein:
- Lo mein noodles or spaghetti: 8 ounces (225g)
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 teaspoon, grated
- Red bell pepper: 1, thinly sliced
- Carrots: 2, julienned
- Snow peas: 1 cup, trimmed
- Green onions: 3, cut into 2-inch pieces
- Bean sprouts: 1 cup (optional)
- Sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon, toasted (optional, for garnish)
Equipment
- Mixing bowls: For marinating the beef and mixing the sauce.
- Large skillet or wok: For cooking the beef and vegetables.
- Measuring cups and spoons: To measure ingredients accurately.
- Whisk: For mixing the sauce.
- Tongs or spatula: For stirring and flipping the ingredients.
- Pot: For boiling the noodles.