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A steaming bowl of beef lo mein with colorful vegetables and tender steak strips
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Beef Lo Mein

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 530kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz flank steak, thinly sliced across the grain
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 lb fresh Lo Mein noodles
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarc h
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 medium carrot , julienned
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into matchsticks
  • 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
  • 2 scallions , thinly sliced (separate whites and greens)

Instructions

  • Toss the sliced beef with baking soda in a bowl and let rest for 20 minutes to tenderize.
  • Rinse the beef thoroughly under cold water to remove the baking soda, pat dry, and toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  • Whisk together the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil in a small bowl to create the sauce.
  • Cook the lo mein noodles in boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking.
  • Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes until browned, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the remaining oil to the pan and stir-fry the garlic and the white parts of the scallions for 30 seconds.
  • Add the carrot, red bell pepper, and snow peas; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  • Add the noodles and the sauce to the pan, tossing vigorously over high heat for 1-2 minutes until evenly coated.
  • Return the beef to the pan, add the green scallion tops, toss once more to heat through, and serve immediately.