This ground beef lo mein recipe is a quick and easy dish that combines tender stir-fried beef, crisp vegetables, and egg noodles in a flavorful sauce. With the perfect balance of flavors and textures, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. It's also a versatile dish that can be adapted to your preferences by adding additional vegetables or adjusting the spice level. In just under 30 minutes, you can have a delicious homemade meal that rivals your favorite Chinese takeout!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup snap peas
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Directions
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the onion, garlic, mushrooms, carrots, snap peas, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir to coat everything evenly.
- Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss to combine with the beef and vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy!