EASY 15-MINUTE LO MEIN RECIPE (Quick, Saucy & Better Than Takeout)
Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein is a quick and flavorful noodle dish made with fresh vegetables, egg noodles, and a savory-sweet soy-based sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
- Noodles:
- 8 oz dry egg noodles (or fresh noodles)
- Vegetables:
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1/4 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bunch green onion (green parts only)
- Sauce:
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
Instructions
- Slice all vegetables and set aside.
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Cook egg noodles in boiling water for about 5 minutes, then rinse under cold water.
- Heat a wok or pan and sauté garlic, carrots, and onion for 2 minutes.
- Add cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add noodles, sauce, and green onions, then stir-fry for 1 minute until evenly coated.
Notes
- You can add chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
- Use fresh noodles for best texture.
- Adjust sweetness by changing sugar amount.