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Beef Lo Mein recipe

Name: Beef Lo Mein recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 5
Ingredients: 1 lb sirloin or flank steak (Source: 1 lb sirloin or flank steak); 2 tablespoons oil (Source: 2 tablespoons oil); As Needed salt (Source seasoning: salt and pepper); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: salt and pepper); 2 each large carrots ((peeled and julienned, or 1 cup matchsticks)) (Source: 2 large carrots ((peeled and julienned, or 1 cup matchsticks))); 1 cup snap peas ((thinly sliced)) (Source: 1 cup snap peas ((thinly sliced))); 1 cup thinly sliced cabbage or cole slaw mix (Source: 1 cup thinly sliced cabbage or cole slaw mix); 1 each red bell pepper ((thinly sliced)) (Source: 1 red bell pepper ((thinly sliced))); 1 cup low sodium beef or chicken broth (Source: 1 cup low sodium beef or chicken broth); ¼ cup soy sauce (Source: ¼ cup soy sauce); ¼ cup hoisin sauce (Source: ¼ cup hoisin sauce); 2 cloves garlic ((minced)) (Source: 2 cloves garlic ((minced))); 1 teaspoon minced ginger (Source: 1 teaspoon minced ginger); ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Source: ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes); ½ teaspoon sesame oil ((optional)) (Source: ½ teaspoon sesame oil ((optional))); 1 lb fresh steamed Lo Mein noodles (Source: 1 lb fresh steamed Lo Mein noodles)

Beef Lo Mein recipe is made with low sodium beef or chicken broth, steamed Lo Mein noodles, and sirloin or flank steak.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
Original yield: Serves 5
Ingredients: 16 listed

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Estimating…

Main courseAmericanAsianPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 31–60 minutes

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Main course
Cuisine: American · Asian
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes

A few quick notes

1. Keep the specified layer

Arrange the food as directed and check that the pan or basket has enough space.

2. Cook in batches as directed

Keep the batch-cooking step when planning the pan space and cooking sequence.

3. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

Get to know the ingredients

sirloin or flank steak

In the method: Thinly slice steak and heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

large carrots (peeled and julienned, or 1 cup matchsticks)

In the method: Add the carrots, snap peas, cabbage and pepper to the pan and saute just until crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes.

snap peas (thinly sliced)

In the method: Thinly slice steak and heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Taste and adjust seasonings to your tastes before serving.

A little more help as you go

Prepare the first additions

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

Stir as directed

Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.

Match the cuts in the method

Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the skillet. Start with this step: Thinly slice steak and heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Arrange the food as directed and check that the pan or basket has enough space.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 2-4 minutes, stirring often, until noodles are tender.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

Additional recipe notes

Ingredients and Substitutions : steak: any kind of steak will work here, and you can also use chicken (use chicken broth), ground beef, or omit the meat completely. vegetables: this recipe is super customizable so feel free to use whatever veggies you have that need to be used up! Broth and soy sauce: use a low sodium variety or you may find the sauce too salty. Lo Mein noodles: you will find these noodles refrigerated in the produce section or near the deli, and not in the pasta aisle. They are steamed and usually cook in about 3 minutes.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: thereciperebel.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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