Best 4 Lo Mein Noodles Recipes
CLASSIC LO MEIN (NOODLES)
I love this deceptively simple dish. If you have all the ingredients, you can have a plate of delicious noodles on the table within 15 to 20 minutes, with prep included. There really isn't such a thing as a "lo mein" noodle, so don't try to find it on the shelf. You want to buy an egg noodle or pasta that's relatively thin and has some tooth. Some common names will be lo mein, chow mein, egg noodles or pancit noodles. Most markets have Japanese yaki soba noodles in the cold case, and those would work perfectly. Spaghetti or fettuccini cooked al dente and rinsed in cold water and drained in a colander will also make a great lo mein. The traditional difference between lo mein and chow mein is that lo mein is a soft noodle with some gravy, and chow mein is a crispy fried noodle tossed with or smothered in sauce. This has become very convoluted over the 200 years Chinese food has existed in America, with regional evolutions. Another tip: Although sesame oil is a fat and you would assume it should be used to start the stir-fry, I want you to treat it like a sauce. Sesame oil has incredible aroma and flavor but burns at a low temp. Add it to a sauce instead and use a high-temp oil like canola or peanut for cooking.
Provided by Jet Tila
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the sauce, stir together the oyster sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, chicken stock and cornstarch in a small bowl and reserve.
- Heat a wok or large, heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat and add the cooking oil. Once you see wisps of white smoke, add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until light brown and fragrant, about 20 seconds. Add the chicken and cook, stirring, until medium, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the noodles and bok choy and cook, stirring and tossing, until the bok choy starts to soften and turn bright green, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the sauce; allow the sauce to coat all the ingredients and start to simmer, about 1 more minute.
- Cook, stirring and tossing, until the chicken is cooked through, about 1 more minute, and the sauce starts to bubble into a glaze. Top with the scallions and serve hot.
LO MEIN NOODLES
I love this dish, it's deceptively simple. If you have all the ingredients you can have a plate of delicious noodles on the table within 15 to 20 minutes with prep included. There really isn't such thing as a "Lo Mein" noodle so don't try to find it on the shelf. You want to buy an egg noodle or pasta that's relatively thin and has some tooth. Some common names will be Lo Mein, Chow Mein, egg noodles, or pancit noodles. Most markets have Japanese Yaki Soba noodles in the cold case and those would work perfectly. Cooking spaghetti or fettuccine al dente, cold water rinsing, then allowing to dry in a colander will also make a great lo Mein. The traditional difference between Lo Mein and Chow Mein is Lo Mein is a soft noodle with some gravy and chow Mein is a crispy fried noodle tossed with or smothered in sauce. This has become very convoluted and over the 200 years Chinese food has existed in America and with regional evolutions. Another tip: Although sesame oil is a fat and you would assume it should be used to start the stir-fry, I want you to treat it like a sauce. Sesame oil has incredible aroma and flavor but burns at a low temp. Add it to a sauce instead and use a high temp oil like canola or peanut for cooking.
Provided by Jet Tila
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the sauce: Stir together the chicken stock, oyster sauce, soy sauce, cornstarch and sesame oil. Set aside.
- For the noodles: Heat a pan to high and add the oil. Once you see wisps of white smoke, add the ginger and garlic and cook until light brown and fragrant, about 20 seconds. Stir in the chicken and cook until medium, about 1 minute.
- Add the noodles, carrots and bok choy to the pan and cook until tender, about 1 minute.
- Stir the sauce, pour into the pan and incorporate all ingredients well.
- Continue to cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce starts to bubble and thicken. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with the scallions and serve immediately.
LO MEIN NOODLES
This was a blend of multiple lo mein recipes I found. Add your favorite meat for a main dish, or make as a side dish to your favorite homemade chinese dinner. If you use meat, cook the meat in the pan first, and then pull out and set aside.
Provided by SarBetEns
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Rinse spaghetti with cold water to cool; drain.
- Whisk soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, and ground ginger together in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Cook and stir celery, carrots, sweet onion, and green onion in the hot oil until slightly tender, 5 to 7 minutes; add spaghetti and sauce mixture. Continue to cook, tossing to mix, until the noodles and sauce are hot, about 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 798 mg, Sugar 14.7 g
LO MEIN NOODLES
One of the things my husband and I share is a love of Asian food. At the end of the week, I go through the fridge, looking for leftover vegetables and meats to use in my "leftovers chow mein'. If I have leftover spaghetti noodles, I use them to make these stir-fried noodles. Otherwise, I just cook up a fresh pot. -Kay Bergeron, Phoenix, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Add spaghetti. Return to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 6 minutes or until almost tender. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Add soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, five-spice powder and pepper to reserved liquid; set aside. Set spaghetti aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, heat oil until hot. Add onion and saute for 2 minutes. Add peas; saute 2 minutes longer. Stir in reserved spaghetti. Add reserved soy sauce mixture to pan. Simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until liquid has evaporated. Sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your lo mein a more vibrant flavor and texture. If you can, buy organic vegetables to avoid pesticides and herbicides.
- Cook your noodles al dente: Al dente noodles are slightly firm to the bite and will hold their shape better in the sauce. To cook noodles al dente, cook them for 1-2 minutes less than the package instructions.
- Use a well-seasoned wok: A well-seasoned wok will help to prevent the noodles and vegetables from sticking. To season a wok, heat it over high heat and add a tablespoon of oil. Swirl the oil around the wok until it coats the entire surface. Then, remove the wok from the heat and let it cool completely.
- Use a high-quality sauce: The sauce is what makes lo mein so flavorful. Be sure to use a high-quality sauce that is made with fresh ingredients. You can find many different lo mein sauces at your local Asian grocery store.
- Add protein: Protein is a great way to make your lo mein more filling and satisfying. You can add chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu to your lo mein. If you are using meat, be sure to cook it thoroughly before adding it to the noodles.
Conclusion:
Lo mein is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a lo mein that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give lo mein a try. You won't be disappointed!
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