Quick & Tasty Chow Mein
Quick & Tasty Chow Mein is a delightful stir-fry that pairs tender lo mein noodles with a vibrant mix of vegetables and your choice of protein, all enveloped in a savory sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, offering the comfort of home-cooked meals while being quick to prepare in under 30 minutes. Customizable and full of flavor, it’s sure to satisfy your cravings!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 1 cup boneless chicken breast or firm tofu, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients by chopping vegetables and protein into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat and sauté chicken or tofu until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and mixed vegetables; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl; pour over the stir-fried mixture.
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet; toss gently until everything is well combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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