Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the lo mein noodles and cook according to package instructions. Typically, they need about 5-7 minutes.
- Once cooked, drain and set aside. Do not rinse; you want that starch to help the sauce adhere later!
Step 2: Prepare the Sauce
- In a mixing bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, Sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce.
- Whisk until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well blended. Don't taste it yet; it's not ready!
Step 3: Sauté the Veggies
- Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Toss in the mushrooms, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry them for about 3 minutes. You want them to become tender, but not mushy.
Step 4: Add the Snow Peas and Spinach
- Next, sprinkle in the snow peas and baby spinach. Stir everything around until the spinach has wilted, which takes about a minute. This is when your kitchen starts to smell divine.
Step 5: Combine Noodles and Sauce
- Once the veggies are ready, drop the cooked noodles into the skillet. Pour the sauce over the top. Use tongs or chopsticks to toss everything together. Make sure each strand of noodle is coated in that savory goodness. Cook for another minute just to heat it through.
Step 6: Serve
- Dish out your beautiful Quick and Easy Lo Mein onto plates or bowls, and get ready to dig in. You could top it with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if you want to impress your friends.
Nutrition
Notes
Here are a few nuggets of wisdom to make your Lo Mein experience even better:
- Don’t Overcook the Noodles: They should be al dente. You’ll finish cooking them in the stir-fry, so a little bite to them is ideal.
- Veggie Variety: Feel free to add in other veggies like broccoli or zucchini. The more colorful, the better!
- Protein Power: Craving protein? Tofu, chicken, beef, or shrimp work wonders here. Just add them during the veggie mix and cook until done.
- Sauce Experimentation: Adjust the soy sauce and sugar ratio to suit your taste; it's your dish, after all!
- Meal Prep Magic: This dish keeps well in the fridge for 2-3 days. Prep on Sunday for quick meals throughout the week.
