Why We Love This Vegetable Lo Mein Recipe
Healthy. Packed with mushrooms, snap peas, bell peppers, and carrots, this dish is a great way to get those veggies in. Easy. This easy vegetable lo mein recipe comes together quickly with simple ingredients you can find anywhere. Flavorful. Sesame oil, garlic, soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, ginger, and red pepper flakes create a symphony of flavor that’ll delight your tastebuds.
Variations on Veggie Lo Mein
Feel free to add in any combination of vegetables you like, such as broccoli, edamame green beans, zucchini, baby bok choy, or water chestnuts. For a boost of protein, add a few scrambled eggs, diced chicken, tofu, shrimp, or beef flank steak.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover vegetable lo mein in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or in a large skillet set over medium-low heat until warmed through.
How to Freeze
Freeze lo mein in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Let thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
Make it feel just like takeout night, but better! Serve up your veggie lo mein with your other favorites, all made right at home. Cashew Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, General Tso’s Chicken, Crab Rangoon Bites, and Chicken Fried Rice are all great choices.
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How to Make Vegetable Lo Mein Step by Step
Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ tablespoon of mirin, 1 teaspoon of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil, ½ teaspoon of ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes, and 3 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce and set aside. Sauté the Garlic: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a wok or large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add half of 3 sliced green onions and all of 3 minced cloves of garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Cook the Veggies: Stir in 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms, 8 ounces of fresh snap peas, 1 julienned red bell pepper, and 1 julienned carrot. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender, 4-5 minutes. Boil the Noodles: Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling water, cook and drain 8 ounces of lo mein egg noodles according to package instructions. Toss and Serve: Stir in cooked noodles and sauce mixture and toss to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining green onions and sesame seeds.
