Easy Beef Lo Mein Stir Fry Recipe
This Easy Beef Lo Mein Stir Fry Recipe is a quick and tasty meal you can make at home without stress. It is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something filling and flavorful. Soft noodles, tender beef and fresh vegetables come together in one pan. The sauce is savory, slightly sweet and very comforting.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles or spaghetti
- 10 ounces beef sirloin or flank steak thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 cup bell peppers sliced
- 1 cup carrots julienned
- 1 cup cabbage or bok choy sliced
- 3 green onions chopped
For the sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
Cook the noodles
- Boil water in a pot and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain well and set aside.
Prepare the sauce
- Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, pepper, and water in a small bowl until smooth.
Heat the pan
- Heat a wok or large pan on high heat. Add vegetable oil and let it get hot.
Cook the beef
- Add sliced beef to the hot pan. Stir-fry for two to three minutes until browned but still tender.
Add aromatics
- Add garlic and ginger to the beef. Stir quickly for thirty seconds until fragrant.
Add vegetables
- Add bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage. Stir-fry for three minutes until slightly tender but crisp.
Add noodles
- Add cooked noodles to the pan. Toss gently with beef and vegetables to combine evenly.
Add the sauce
- Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles. Toss well so everything is coated evenly.
Finish the dish
- Add chopped green onions. Stir-fry for one more minute until everything is hot and glossy.
Serve hot
- Remove from heat and serve immediately while warm and fresh.
Notes
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain for the most tender texture.
- Use fresh noodles if available for better chew and flavor.
- Add mushrooms or snap peas for extra vegetables.
- Replace beef with chicken, shrimp, or tofu if preferred.
- Add chili oil or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels.