This vegetable lo mein recipe is a delightful and healthy take on a classic Chinese dish. Packed with colorful veggies and flavorful noodles, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of fresh ingredients and savory sauce makes this dish the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large wok or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the bell peppers, snow peas, carrots, and broccoli to the wok. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and toss to coat.
- Add the cooked noodles to the wok and toss to combine with the vegetables and sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious vegetable lo mein delight!
Interesting Facts
Lo mein is a Chinese dish made with soft noodles tossed with vegetables and sometimes meat or seafood.
Vegetable lo mein is a popular vegetarian version of the traditional dish.
This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies in a tasty and satisfying way.