Veggie Lo Mein

Ingredients

• 1 package of Chinese noodles
• 1/2 cup of sliced carrots
• 1 cup of sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup of sliced bell peppers
• 1/2 cup of snow peas
• 1/2 cup of sliced onion
• 1/4 cup of soy sauce
• 1/4 cup of sesame oil
• 2 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of white pepper
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• Optional: handful of fresh chopped cilantro and/or scallions

Directions

1. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Once they are cooked, drain them and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and stir for a few seconds.
3. Add the carrots, mushrooms, bell peppers, and snow peas, and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the cooked noodles and onion, and stir-fry for another minute.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper, then add to the skillet and stir-fry for another minute.
6. Add the fresh cilantro and/or scallions, if desired, and stir-fry for a few more minutes.
7. Serve the Veggie Lo Mein warm.

Interesting Facts

• Lo Mein is a Chinese dish made with wheat flour noodles.
• Veggie Lo Mein is a healthy dish since it is low in calories and carbohydrates.
• Veggie Lo Mein can be made with any type of vegetables.
• The dish is usually served with soy sauce or chili sauce.