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Plain Lo Mein Noodles

Savory Plain Lo Mein Noodles Ready in 27 Minutes

Enjoy delicious Plain Lo Mein Noodles, a quick and versatile dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Fresh Lo Mein Noodles Can substitute with fresh ramen or dried egg noodles.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Light Soy Sauce Main seasoning for umami flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce Optional for deeper color.
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce Recommended for added flavor complexity.
  • 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar Balances salty flavors.
  • 1/2 tsp White Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Used for thickening sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Water For cornstarch slurry.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Can use peanut oil for extra flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Adds aromatic richness.
For the Aromatics
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for best taste.
  • 1 in Fresh Ginger Grated or minced.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Separate white and green parts.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • wok
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Plain Lo Mein Noodles
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the fresh lo mein noodles for 2-3 minutes. Drain and toss with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, granulated sugar, and white pepper.
  3. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then combine both mixtures and set aside to thicken.
  4. Warm vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat, add garlic, ginger, and the white parts of green onions; stir-fry until fragrant.
  5. Add lo mein noodles to the wok, pour sauce over them, and toss well for 2-3 minutes until heated and the sauce thickens.
  6. Add the green parts of green onions and toss together before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh lo mein noodles and adjust the sauce for personal preference.

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