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15-MINUTE LO MEIN

Savory 15-Minute Lo Mein You'll Want Every Weeknight

Enjoy a quick and delicious 15-minute lo mein that's customizable, budget-friendly, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Egg Noodles Substitute with fresh noodles or rice noodles for gluten-free option.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 Carrots Sliced; swap with other root vegetables for variety.
  • ¼ Yellow Onion Sliced; can be replaced with shallots or leeks.
  • 3 cups Cabbage Thinly sliced; bok choy or broccoli can be substitutes.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Diced; use garlic powder if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1 bunch Green Onion Green parts only; chives work as a substitute or omit if unavailable.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce For rich depth and color; regular soy sauce works too.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce The main seasoning; tamari is a great gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Balances savory notes with sweetness; honey or agave syrup can serve as substitutes.
  • 1 tbsp Water Ensures sauce consistency; vegetable stock can enhance flavor.
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil Adds nuttiness; substitute with olive oil, flavor will vary.
  • 1 tbsp Corn Starch Thickens the sauce; arrowroot powder can be used if needed.
  • ¼ tsp White Pepper Adds mild heat; black pepper can be swapped in.
  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce Imparts a rich, savory flavor; hoisin sauce is a vegetarian-friendly alternative.

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Large Pot
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing your yellow onion, carrots, and cabbage into thin strips, and dicing the garlic cloves. Place all the prepared vegetables in separate bowls to maintain organization.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, brown sugar, corn starch, water, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper until well combined.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the egg noodles. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 5 minutes, until they are tender but still firm to the bite. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  4. Heat a wok over medium-high heat, adding a splash of oil. Stir-fry the diced garlic, sliced carrots, and onion for about 2 minutes. Add the cabbage, stir-frying for another 2 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the stir-fried vegetables, followed by the prepared sauce and chopped green onion. Toss everything for about a minute until well coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to customize proteins and veggies based on what you have on hand. To maintain freshness, store leftovers properly.

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