Lo mein, a classic noodle dish originating from China, has gained immense popularity across the globe for its delightful flavors and captivating textures. Its name, literally translating to "stir-fried noodles", aptly describes the culinary technique that brings lo mein to life - a harmonious blend of tender-crisp noodles, savory vegetables, and a rich, flavorful sauce. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on a journey to create the perfect basic lo mein can be an enriching and delicious adventure. In this comprehensive guide, we will take you through the essential steps, guiding you towards mastering this culinary art.
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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
BASIC LO MEIN
This recipe shows for pork, but you can add thinly sliced beef, chicken, or even use shrimp. You can also add just vegetables for a vegetable lo mein. It's very versatile.
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories Chinese
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix all sauce ingredients and set aside. To a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots and stir fry for 3-5 minutes.
- Add pork and continue to saute' 2-3 more minutes.
- Increase heat to medium high and add mushrooms, green onion, garlic, and ginger. saute' 2-3 more minutes. Add linguini and sauce and stir fry until heated through, 1-2 minutes. Serve immidiately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.9, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 549.6, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 12.2
NO-PAIN LO MEIN
Meal makers: Add a few simple sides to this one-pot meal and double the fun and the food on the table! Prepare store-bought egg or spring rolls (preferred brand Pagoda Cafe) with dishes of duck sauce and sweet hot mustard for dipping. Chill pieces of sliced melons and pineapple spears for a simple dessert. Fortune cookies and green tea are readily available in the Asian food aisle at the market and will add to the total effect of a weeknight fun Chinese supper for your family.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a wok-shaped skillet or large non-stick skillet over high heat. When pan is very hot, add oil, (it will smoke a bit) then, immediately add the snow peas, pepper, mushrooms, scallions, and bean sprouts. Stir fry for 1 minute to flavor the oil, then add the ginger and garlic, and stir-fry 2 minutes. Add the cooked noodles and toss with to combine. Add the soy sauce and toss the ingredients to coat noodles evenly with sauce. Transfer the lo mein to a serving platter and garnish with a drizzle of toasted sesame oil.
EASY LO MEIN
The easiest lo mein you will ever make in 15 minutes from start to finish. It is so much quicker, tastier and healthier than take-out!
Provided by Chungah Rhee
Categories asian inspired
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, ginger and Sriracha; set aside. In a large pot of boiling water, cook noodles according to package instructions; drain well. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add garlic, mushrooms, bell pepper and carrot. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in snow peas and spinach until the spinach has wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in egg noodles and soy sauce mixture, and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.
SUPER EASY LO MEIN
This is a really easy recipe, using mostly ingredients that you probaly already have. Takes only about 5 minutes to cook! You can also add any fresh, canned, or frozen veggies that you would like, such as mushrooms, baby corn, carrots, broccoli, onions, etc.
Provided by Stefany Anne
Categories Spaghetti
Time 5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add Angel hair pasta and mixed veggies to pot.
- Continue to cook for 5 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. Combine the hoisin sauce, broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and ginger in a small bowl.
- When pasta is done, drain well. Transfer back into the pot, or into a serving dish.
- Combine with the sauce mixture.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.7, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 579.9, Carbohydrate 53.9, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 5.2, Protein 10.3
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.
QUICK CHICKEN LO MEIN
I can throw this chicken lo mein together on a weeknight when my kids are doing their homework. It uses frozen veggies, which I always have on hand, so I don't need to run to the grocery store for ingredients. -Natasha Kennedy, Orlando, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook linguine according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, cook garlic in 1 teaspoon oil for 1 minute. Whisk in stock, soy sauce, sugar, oyster sauce, lime juice and chili sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 1 minute., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry vegetables in remaining oil for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in chicken and sauce; heat through. Drain linguine; toss with chicken mixture. Top with green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your lo mein.
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Use a large skillet or wok to cook the lo mein. This will give the noodles and vegetables plenty of room to cook evenly.
- Stir-fry the noodles and vegetables over high heat. This will help to create a nice sear on the noodles and vegetables and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Add the sauce to the noodles and vegetables and stir-fry for a few minutes more. This will help to evenly distribute the sauce and flavor the noodles and vegetables.
- Serve the lo mein immediately. This is a dish that is best enjoyed fresh and hot.
Conclusion:
Lo mein is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. By following the tips in this article, you can make a delicious lo mein that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give lo mein a try!
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