How to prepare Beef & Vegetable Lo Mein Stir-Fry

This quick and satisfying lo mein features juicy strips of beef tossed with chewy noodles, bell peppers, scallions, and onions in a rich garlic-soy sauce. It’s a perfect one-pan dinner you can whip up in under 30 minutes.

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the beef:

250g (½ lb) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp cornstarch

1 tsp sesame oil

For the lo mein:

200g (7 oz) lo mein or egg noodles

1 tbsp vegetable oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

½ onion, sliced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 cup green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces

For the sauce:

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce

1 tbsp hoisin sauce

½ tsp sugar

2–3 tbsp water

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Marinate the beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

In a hot pan or wok, add oil and sear beef until browned. Remove and set aside.

Sauté garlic and onions for 1 min, then add bell peppers and green onions. Stir-fry for 2–3 mins.

Add noodles and beef back to the pan. Pour in sauce mixture and toss everything together until heated and coated.

Serve hot, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or chili flakes.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Kcal: ~520 per serving
Servings: 2