Vegetable Lo Mein For Two

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and savory stir-fry featuring tender noodles tossed with crisp vegetables in a rich, aromatic sauce.
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This Vegetable Lo Mein is the perfect weeknight dinner for two, delivering authentic Chinese flavors without the fuss. Fresh or dried noodles are tossed with a vibrant medley of sliced carrots, celery, snow peas, bean sprouts, and mushrooms. The dish is brought together by a savory sauce made from chicken stock, sherry, oyster sauce, and a hint of cayenne for warmth. Aromatics like ginger and garlic provide depth, while sesame oil adds a nutty finish. It’s a balanced meal that’s light yet satisfying, with a beautiful mix of textures from the crisp veggies and chewy noodles. Ideal for a cozy home-cooked meal, this recipe comes together in under 40 minutes using pantry staples.

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Vegetable Lo Mein For Two

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 38.3
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V Vegan

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This Vegetable Lo Mein is the perfect weeknight dinner for two, delivering authentic Chinese flavors without the fuss. Fresh or dried noodles are tossed with a vibrant medley of sliced carrots, celery, snow peas, bean sprouts, and mushrooms. The dish is brought together by a savory sauce made from chicken stock, sherry, oyster sauce, and a hint of cayenne for warmth. Aromatics like ginger and garlic provide depth, while sesame oil adds a nutty finish. It's a balanced meal that's light yet satisfying, with a beautiful mix of textures from the crisp veggies and chewy noodles. Ideal for a cozy home-cooked meal, this recipe comes together in under 40 minutes using pantry staples.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes according to package directions, then drain well.
  2. While the water boils, prepare the sauce by mixing chicken stock, sherry, oyster sauce, cornstarch, cayenne, and 5-spice powder (if using) in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Heat 1 teaspoon of sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the sliced onion and stir-fry for 1 minute until slightly softened.
  5. Add the carrots and celery, stirring and cooking for 2 minutes until they begin to soften but remain crisp.
  6. Add the crushed garlic, chopped ginger, snow peas, bean sprouts, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 1 minute to release the aromatics.
  7. Add the drained noodles to the wok and toss with the vegetables for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to combine evenly.
  8. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Toss continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  9. Remove from heat and toss with the remaining 3 teaspoons of sesame oil to blend and add flavor.
  10. Serve immediately, offering extra low-sodium soy sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 38.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g3%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 6.0mg2%
Sodium 160.0mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 4.6g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 1.6g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lo mein, vegetable stir fry, chinese noodles, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, wok cooking, sesame oil, garlic and ginger, bean sprouts, snow peas, oyster sauce, comfort food, healthy asian, two person meal
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