Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein, a quick and delightful dish that brings the essence of Asian street food right to your table. This recipe features tender lo mein noodles tossed with fresh vegetables and a savory sauce, all ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings, this meal is as satisfying as it is speedy, making it an ideal choice for anyone craving delicious comfort food without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic.
- Boil water in a pot and cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions (3-4 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are bright but crisp.
- Fold in drained noodles and pour soy sauce over everything. Stir continuously to ensure even coating.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and toss for an additional minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg