Homemade Beef Lo Mein

Certainly! Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for homemade beef lo mein. Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on your preferences:

Ingredients:

For the Beef Marinade:

• 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

For the Lo Mein:

• 8 oz lo mein noodles or egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 carrots, julienned
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef:
   • In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced flank steak with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, sugar, and minced garlic. Allow it to marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
2. Cook the Noodles:
   • Cook the lo mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Stir-Fry Beef:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
   • Stir-fry the marinated beef until it’s browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the wok and set it aside.
4. Stir-Fry Vegetables:
   • In the same wok, add another tablespoon of oil.
   • Stir-fry the sliced onion, bell pepper, julienned carrots, broccoli, and the white parts of the green onions until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Combine Noodles and Sauce:
   • Add the cooked noodles to the wok along with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil.
   • Toss everything together to coat the noodles and vegetables evenly.
6. Add Beef and Green Onions:
   • Add the cooked beef back to the wok and toss until everything is well combined.
   • Stir in the green parts of the sliced green onions.
7. Serve:
   • Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
   • Serve the homemade beef lo mein hot and enjoy!

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables or adjusting the sauce to your liking. It’s a versatile dish that you can make your own!