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Crazy Easy Lo Mein



Lo mein is a delicious and easy-to-make Chinese dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is made with a combination of noodles, vegetables, and meat, and is tossed in a flavorful sauce.

I first made lo mein when I was in college. I was looking for a new recipe to try that was quick and easy to make. I found a recipe online and decided to give it a try. I was so impressed with the results that I have been making it ever since.

The key to making a great lo mein is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. I recommend using lo mein noodles that are made from wheat flour, as they will have a chewier texture than other types of noodles. I also like to use vegetables that are in season, as they will have the best flavor.

To make the lo mein, simply cook the noodles according to the package directions. While the noodles are cooking, stir-fry the vegetables and meat in a wok or large skillet. Once the vegetables and meat are cooked through, add the noodles and sauce to the wok. Stir-fry everything together until the noodles are heated through and the sauce is evenly distributed.

Here is a more detailed recipe for crazy easy lo mein:

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound lo mein noodles

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 carrots, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 pound chicken or beef, thinly sliced

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cook the noodles according to the package directions.

  2. While the noodles are cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. Add the onion, carrots, and bell pepper to the wok and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  4. Add the chicken or beef to the wok and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

  5. Reduce the heat to low and add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper to the wok. Stir until well combined.

  6. Add the cooked noodles to the wok and stir-fry until heated through, about 2 minutes.

  7. Serve immediately.

Here are some tips and tricks for making the best lo mein:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients.

  • Cook the noodles until they are al dente.

  • Don't overcook the vegetables and meat.

  • Add the sauce to the wok after the vegetables and meat are cooked through.

  • Stir-fry the noodles until they are heated through.

  • Serve immediately.

Lo mein is a delicious and easy-to-make Chinese dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is made with a combination of noodles, vegetables, and meat, and is tossed in a flavorful sauce. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal, give lo mein a try. You won't be disappointed!

Here is a story about the dish:

I first had lo mein at a Chinese restaurant when I was in college. I was immediately hooked by the flavorful combination of noodles, vegetables, and meat. I started making lo mein at home and quickly realized that it is a very easy dish to make.

I love to experiment with different variations of lo mein. I have made lo mein with different types of noodles, vegetables, and meat. I have also made lo mein with different sauces. I have found that lo mein is a very versatile dish that can be adapted to your own taste preferences.

If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make Chinese dish, I highly recommend trying lo mein. It is a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are some additional tips and tricks:

  • If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet. Just make sure to use a high heat so that the vegetables and meat cook quickly.

  • If you don't have any soy sauce, you can use Worcestershire sauce or fish sauce.

  • If you don't have any oyster sauce, you can use chicken broth or beef broth.

  • If you don't have any brown sugar, you can use granulated sugar.

  • If you don't have any black pepper, you can use white pepper.

I hope you enjoy this recipe for crazy easy lo mein!


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