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Lo Mein with Vegetables


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and flavorful lo mein dish loaded with vegetables and a savory sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 green onions (sliced, divided)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 8 oz. cremini mushrooms (sliced)
  • 8 oz. fresh snap peas
  • 1 red bell pepper (julienned)
  • 1 carrot (julienned)
  • 8 oz. dry lo mein egg noodles
  • sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lo mein sauce ingredients and set aside.
  2. Heat the sesame oil in a wok or large skillet set over medium high heat. Add half of the green onions and garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the mushrooms, snap peas, bell pepper, and carrot. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender, 4-5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling water, cook and drain the noodles according to package instructions.
  5. Stir in cooked noodles and sauce mixture and toss to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with remaining green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add more crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Make sure to cook the noodles al dente for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg