Beef Lo Mein
Discover this authentic Chinese Beef Lo Mein recipe — a satisfying weeknight dish that's a culinary masterpiece for the ambitious cook. Made with beef, salt, pepper and 14 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 7 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 40 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this chinese classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
500
Calories/serving
Expert
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 lb Beef
- pinch Salt
- pinch Pepper
- 2 tsp Sesame Seed Oil
- 1 Egg
- 3 tbs Starch
- 5 tbs Oil
- 1 lb Noodles
- 1 cup Onion
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Ginger
- 1 cup Bean Sprouts
- 1 cup Mushrooms
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tbs Oyster Sauce
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Soy Sauce
Instructions
7 steps · ~46 minutes total
Step 1
- MARINATING THE BEEF
3 minutesStep 2
In a bowl, add the beef, salt, 1 pinch white pepper, 1 Teaspoon sesame seed oil, 1/2 egg, corn starch,1 Tablespoon of oil and mix together. - BOILING THE THE NOODLES
10 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 3
In a 6 qt pot add your noodles to boiling water until the noodles are submerged and boil on high heat for 10 seconds. After your noodles is done boiling strain and cool with cold water. - STIR FRY
10 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 4
Add 2 Tablespoons of oil, beef and cook on high heat untill beef is medium cooked. Set the cooked beef aside
5 minutesStep 5
In a wok add 2 Tablespoon of oil, onions, minced garlic, minced ginger, bean sprouts, mushrooms, peapods and 1.5 cups of water or until the vegetables are submerged in water. Add the noodles to wok
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 6
To make the sauce, add oyster sauce, 1 pinch white pepper, 1 teaspoon sesame seed oil, sugar, and 1 Teaspoon of soy sauce.
5 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.Step 7
Next add the beef to wok and stir-fry
8 minutesMake sure your pan is hot before adding oil — this prevents sticking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Beef Lo Mein is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine, originating in China. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.
This recipe is rated expert difficulty and uses 17 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
For Beef Lo Mein, fresh egg noodles or lo mein noodles are ideal as they provide the right texture and absorb the sauce well.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
