Description
This veggie lo mein is a quick and easy stir-fry noodle dish loaded with colorful vegetables and tossed in a savory homemade sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, customizable, and delicious takeout-style meal perfect for weeknight dinners or lunch meal prep.
Ingredients
- Lo mein noodles
- Sesame oil
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Red bell pepper
- Onion
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Vegetable broth
Instructions
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little sesame oil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and vegetable broth to make the sauce.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Sauté carrots until golden, then remove and set aside. Repeat with onions, broccoli, and red bell peppers.
- Return all the vegetables to the pan, add minced garlic, and stir to combine.
- Add noodles and pour in the sauce, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
- Cook for 3–5 more minutes, then remove from heat and serve.
Notes
- Add tofu, chicken, or shrimp for extra protein.
- Substitute spaghetti or linguine if lo mein noodles aren’t available.
- Customize with mushrooms, baby corn, snap peas, or bok choy.
- For spice, stir in red pepper flakes or sriracha.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.
