Ground Beef Lo Mein

 

 Ground Beef Lo Mein

Quick, Savory, and Weeknight-Ready

This easy lo mein brings all the comfort of takeout—chewy noodles, tender veggies, and a glossy, flavorful sauce—without the wait. With  ground beef for speed and a balanced stir-fry sauce, dinner’s ready in under 30 minutes.

 Ingredients

• 12 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti
• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp vegetable or  sesame oil, divided
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 green onions, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
• ⅓ cup low-sodium  soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (or extra soy sauce)
• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
• ¼ cup beef broth or water
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp cornstarch
  

   Instructions

  1. Cook Noodles Boil until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
  2. Brown Beef Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan. Cook beef 5–6 minutes until browned. Drain fat and set aside.
  3. Sauté Veggies Add remaining oil. Stir-fry onion, garlic, carrots, cabbage, and bell pepper for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Make Sauce Whisk soy, oyster, hoisin, sesame oil, sugar, broth, pepper, and cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Combine & Toss Return beef to pan. Add noodles and sauce. Toss 2–3 minutes until glossy. Fold in most green onions.
  6. Finish & Serve Adjust seasoning. Garnish with remaining green onions. Serve hot.

   Tips & Variations

  • Use a wide pan and high heat for true stir-fry flavor
  • Swap beef for turkey, chicken, or tofu
  • Add heat with chili crisp or sriracha
  • Stir in grated ginger for extra depth
  • Finish with rice vinegar or lime  juice for brightness