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:Â 1 pound (450g), thinly sliced against the grain
- Soy sauce:Â 2 tablespoons
- Shaoxing wine or dry sherry:Â 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch:Â 1 tablespoon
For the Sauce:
- Soy sauce:Â 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Oyster sauce:Â 2 tablespoons
- Hoisin sauce:Â 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil:Â 1 teaspoon
- Sugar:Â 1 teaspoon
- Cornstarch:Â 1 teaspoon
- Water or beef broth:Â 1/4 cup (60ml)
For the Lo Mein:
- Lo mein noodles or spaghetti:Â 8 ounces (225g)
- Vegetable oil:Â 2 tablespoons
- Garlic:Â 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger:Â 1 teaspoon, grated
- Red bell pepper:Â 1, thinly sliced
- Carrots:Â 2, julienned
- Snow peas:Â 1 cup, trimmed
- Green onions:Â 3, cut into 2-inch pieces
- Bean sprouts:Â 1 cup (optional)
- Sesame seeds:Â 1 tablespoon, toasted (optional, for garnish)
Equipment
- Mixing bowls:Â For marinating the beef and mixing the sauce.
- Large skillet or wok:Â For cooking the beef and vegetables.
- Measuring cups and spoons:Â To measure ingredients accurately.
- Whisk:Â For mixing the sauce.
- Tongs or spatula:Â For stirring and flipping the ingredients.
- Pot:Â For boiling the noodles.