In just under 30 minutes you can have homemade Vegetable Lo Mein! Make this quick and easy recipe right in your kitchen, with its savory lo mein sauce,veggies, and soft, chewy noodles. It’s a recipe made for two, but you’re going to want to make a double batch!
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook Chinese noodles for 1-2 minutes (see package directions and cook 1-2 minutes less than the recommended cooking time to ensure they don't overcook later). As they boil, stir to unfold the noodles. Drain, rinse in cold water and set aside.
4 ounces Chinese noodles
In a wok or large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add onion slices and cook for 4-5 minutes, until tender. Add garlic, continuing to stir for 1 minute as it becomes fragrant. Add carrots, bell pepper, and snow peas. Cook for 4-5 minutes until tender.
1 1/2 Tablespoon vegetable oil, 1/2 medium yellow onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 cup carrots, 1 red bell pepper, 3-4 ounces snow peas
Add the par-boiled noodles to the wok and pour in the sauce, stirring to coat. Continue to cook for 1-2 additional minutes until noodles are cooked through and sauce is distributed evenly. Serve immediately with scallions as desired.
Optional: sliced scallions for garnish
Notes
To add a protein: cook the desired protein (thinly sliced chicken or shrimp work best) in the wok/skillet first by adding a little oil, cooking through, and removing from pan until ready to add back in with the noodles at the end of the recipe.
Serving Size: This recipe makes two large serves; you can easily double it. If serving with additional items, you can stretch it to 4 servings.
To make vegetarian or vegan: use vegetarian/vegan oyster sauce.
Dark Soy Sauce: you can substitute regular soy sauce if needed, or create a substitute.