Beef Lo Mein

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef (sirloin steak, thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups carrots (sliced)
• 2 cups bell peppers (sliced)
• 1/2 cup onion (sliced)
• 8 ounces lo mein noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
• 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced)

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the beef, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and sugar. Set aside.
3. Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the vegetable oil and the beef. Cook, stirring often, until the beef is cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Add the carrots, bell peppers, and onion. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes.
5. Add the lo mein noodles and the sauce. Cook, stirring often, until the noodles are heated through and the sauce is thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
6. Stir in the green onions and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Lo mein noodles are a type of Chinese egg noodle.
• Hoisin sauce is a thick, sweet-and-salty sauce made from fermented soybeans.
• Oyster sauce is a thick, dark brown sauce made from oyster extracts.