Chinese Lo Mein Noodles

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Lo Mein noodles
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup sliced onion
• 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup sliced carrots
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 green onions, chopped

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions.
2. Drain the noodles and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, carrots, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the noodles to the skillet and stir to combine. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and ginger and stir to combine.
5. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are heated through.
6. Garnish with green onions and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Lo Mein noodles were first created during the Qing dynasty (1644–1912).
• The name Lo Mein means "tossed noodles" in Chinese.
• The noodles are usually made with wheat flour, water, and salt.
• The traditional way to eat Lo Mein is with chopsticks.