Gon lo mein, also known as sweet and sour pork stir-fry, is a classic Chinese dish that combines tender pieces of pork, crisp vegetables, and a sweet and tangy sauce. The dish is often served over noodles or rice, making it a complete and satisfying meal. With its vibrant flavors and textures, gon lo mein is a popular choice for both home cooks and restaurant-goers alike. In this article, we will explore the different variations of gon lo mein, providing detailed recipes and tips to help you create the perfect dish. Whether you prefer a traditional version or a more modern interpretation, we have something for everyone to enjoy.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BAKED GON LO MEIN
Gon Lo Mein means dry-fried noodle. This is a Hawaiian version of a Chinese dish. Other vegetables may be used in this dish as well if desired.
Provided by littleturtle
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Mix noodles, vegetables, sesame, and char siu, and place in pan (the chuka soba noodles I use direct you to stir-fry the noodles after boiling them, and I stir-fry them with the onions and bean sprouts before mixing in the other veggies and meat, and putting it in the baking pan).
- Mix sauce ingredients, and lace noodle mixture with sauce.
- Seal with foil.
- Bake at 325°F for 45 minutes.
- Remove from oven and loosen foil immediately to let steam escape (so vegetables don't overcook).
- Serve hot or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.9, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 1503.4, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 5.2, Protein 9.5
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.
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
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
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your Gon Lo Mein.
- Don't overcook the noodles. They should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Use a wok if you have one. A wok is the traditional Chinese cooking pan used for stir-fries, and it helps to create a nice smoky flavor.
- Add the ingredients in the correct order. This is important to ensure that the ingredients cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the wok. If you do, the ingredients will not cook evenly.
- Use a high heat setting. This will help to create a nice sear on the ingredients.
- Stir-fry the ingredients until they are tender. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the sauce and cook until it has thickened. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately. Gon Lo Mein is best enjoyed fresh out of the wok.
Conclusion:
Gon Lo Mein is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its combination of flavors and textures, Gon Lo Mein is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new dish to try, give Gon Lo Mein a try!
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