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A vibrant bowl of Easy 20-min. Lo Mein Noodles tossed with fresh vegetables and savory sauce served as a quick and delicious weeknight dinner option.

Easy 20-Minute Lo Mein Noodles

Skip the takeout and enjoy this vibrant, healthy, and lightning-fast Lo Mein dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines crisp, fresh vegetables and savory umami-rich noodles for a restaurant-quality meal you can make at home in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz fresh or dried Lo Mein noodles or spaghetti/ramen
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage or broccoli florets
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil such as vegetable or canola
  • 1 tbsp water or vegetable broth optional, for sauce consistency

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling water
  • Colander for draining noodles
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Tongs for tossing
  • Small mixing bowl for the sauce
  • Whisk or fork
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and grated ginger until fully combined and smooth.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your noodles according to the package directions, but remove them from the heat one minute early so they remain slightly firm.
  3. Drain the noodles thoroughly and toss them immediately with the toasted sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the neutral oil.
  5. Add the cabbage or broccoli florets and minced garlic to the pan. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until the vegetables are bright and crisp-tender.
  6. Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the vegetables.
  7. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
  8. Use tongs to toss everything together over the heat for 2 minutes, ensuring the sauce is evenly distributed and coats every strand of noodle. If the pan seems dry, add a tablespoon of water or broth to create a glossy finish.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

To customize, add a protein like seared tofu, rotisserie chicken, or shrimp. If the sauce is too thick, a splash of water or broth helps emulsify it. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a pan with a splash of water to refresh the noodles.