Easy Beef Lo Mein Recipe

 

The secret to this dish’s success lies in its simple yet high-quality ingredients! Here’s what you’ll need:

 

For the Sauce:

 

1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)

2 tbsp oyster sauce

1 tbsp hoisin sauce

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water for thickening)

1 clove garlic (minced)

1 tsp grated ginger

 

For the Lo Mein:

 

8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti as a substitute)

1 lb flank steak or sirloin (thinly sliced against the grain)

2 cups broccoli florets

2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)

 

✨ Optional garnish: Sesame seeds, chopped green onions, or red pepper flakes ️

 

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‍ Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Noodles

 

Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the lo mein noodles until al dente, following the package instructions. If using spaghetti, cook until just tender. Drain and set aside.

 

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

 

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.

 

Step 3: Stir-Fry the Beef

 

Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced beef and cook for 2–3 minutes, until browned but not fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

 

Step 4: Cook the Broccoli

 

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Toss in the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add a splash of water if needed to help steam the broccoli.

 

Step 5: Combine Everything

 

Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir well. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.

 

Step 6: Toss with Noodles

 

Add the cooked lo mein noodles to the skillet and mix everything together until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for 1–2 more minutes to heat through.

 

Step 7: Garnish & Serve

 

Top with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor. Serve hot and enjoy! ️