Description
Dive into the irresistible flavors of plain lo mein noodles, where a savory sauce meets perfectly stir-fried noodles for a quick and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 8 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- Chopped green onions or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step: Boil the lo mein noodles or spaghetti in a pot of salted water according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain, rinse under cold water, and toss with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
- Step: In a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, and the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil, whisking until the sugar is dissolved.
- Step: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat, add the noodles, and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Step: Pour the pre-mixed sauce over the noodles and toss to coat, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Step: Remove from heat, transfer to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For a less salty profile, use low-sodium soy sauce. The sauce can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator to save time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg