This Ground Beef Lo Mein is a meet-in-the-middle between classic Chinese takeout and a homemade comfort meal you can whip up on busy nights. Tender noodles are tossed with savory ground beef, crisp vegetables, and a rich, slightly sweet sauce that clings to every strand. It’s ready in about 30 minutes and serves 4 people — perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
Main Ingredients
12 oz lo mein noodles (or substitute spaghetti)
1 lb ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup carrots, cut into thin matchsticks
2 cups shredded cabbage (or pre-shredded coleslaw mix)
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3 green onions, chopped for garnish
Sauce
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, for deeper flavor)
1 tbsp hoisin sauce (or extra soy sauce if you don’t have hoisin)
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
1/4 cup beef broth (or water)
1 tsp cornstarch (helps thicken the sauce)
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
This combination balances salty, sweet, and umami notes for rich, satisfying lo mein. You can adjust sauces to taste or add chili flakes if you like a bit of heat. Best Recipes+1
🍳 Instructions
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