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Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein (Better Than Takeout at Home)

Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein (Better Than Takeout at Home)
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This Easy Lo Mein is a quick, comforting noodle dish that tastes just like your favorite take-out—but made at home in only 15 minutes. Soft egg noodles are tossed with crisp vegetables and a savory-slightly-sweet sauce that coats every strand perfectly. It’s simple, budget-friendly, and ideal for busy weeknights when cravings hit fast.

Ingredients

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Noodles & Vegetables

  • 8 oz dry egg noodles (or fresh lo mein noodles)

  • 2 carrots, sliced

  • ¼ yellow onion, sliced

  • 3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced (about ¼ large cabbage)

  • 3 garlic cloves, diced

  • 1 bunch green onions, sliced (green parts only)

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or white sugar)

  • 1 tablespoon water

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

Instructions

  • Prep the Ingredients
    Slice the onion, carrots, cabbage, garlic, and green onions. Set aside.

  • Make the Sauce
    In a bowl, combine dark soy sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.

  • Cook the Noodles
    Boil the egg noodles according to package directions (about 5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.

  • Cook the Vegetables
    Heat a pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add a little oil if needed. Sauté garlic, carrots, and onion for 2 minutes.

  • Add the Cabbage
    Add cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes, until slightly softened but still crisp.

  • Combine Everything
    Add the cooked noodles, sauce, and green onions. Toss and cook for 1 minute, stirring until noodles are evenly coated and glossy.

  • Serve
    Transfer to a plate and serve hot.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook noodles: Rinsing with cold water keeps them springy.

  • High heat is key: This helps the sauce cling to the noodles quickly.

  • Customize it: Add chicken, shrimp, beef, tofu, or mushrooms for extra protein.

  • Vegetable swaps: Bell peppers, snow peas, or bean sprouts work great.

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