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Delicious homemade lo mein cooked in 15 minutes, better than takeout.

Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein – Better Than Takeout!

This quick and delicious lo mein recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, offering a flavorful homemade alternative to your favorite takeout. Packed with fresh vegetables and savory sauce, it's perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz Lo Mein Noodles cooked according to package directions
  • 1 lb Chicken breast thinly sliced, optional
  • 1 large Carrots julienned
  • 2 cups Cabbage shredded
  • 1 Bell pepper sliced, any color
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger grated
Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce optional
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp Water or broth

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Prep
  1. Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water/broth in a small bowl to create the sauce.
Cook
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of oil; add sliced chicken (if using) and cook until browned, then remove.
  2. Add carrots, cabbage, and bell pepper to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Return the cooked chicken (if using) to the skillet, add the cooked noodles and pour in the prepared sauce.
  5. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the noodles are thoroughly coated and the sauce has thickened.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add extra vegetables or tofu. Adjust spice levels by adding a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.