Ground Beef Lo Mein

Tender noodles tossed with perfectly seasoned ground beef and colorful stir-fried veggies — all coated in a deliciously rich, garlicky soy sauce. A hearty, one-pan meal the whole family will love!

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)	8 oz (225 g)	Cooked and drained
Ground beef	1 lb (450 g)	Lean preferred
Onion	½ cup	Finely chopped
Garlic	3 cloves	Minced
Carrots	1 cup	Julienned or shredded
Bell pepper	1	Thinly sliced
Cabbage	1 cup	Shredded
Green onions	2	Chopped for garnish
Sesame oil	1 tablespoon	Adds depth of flavor
Vegetable oil	1 tablespoon	For cooking

Sauce

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Soy sauce	¼ cup	Low sodium preferred
Oyster sauce	2 tablespoons	Adds umami richness
Hoisin sauce	1 tablespoon	For sweetness and depth
Brown sugar	1 teaspoon	Balances saltiness
Ground ginger	½ teaspoon	Or fresh grated ginger
Red pepper flakes	Pinch	Optional, for heat

Instructions

1. Cook the Noodles:
   Boil noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse, and toss lightly with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
2. Cook the Beef:
   In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
   Add ground beef and onion, cooking until beef is browned and onions are soft. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add Aromatics and Veggies:
   Stir in garlic, carrots, bell pepper, and cabbage.
   Cook for about 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Make the Sauce:
   In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
5. Combine Everything:
   Add the cooked noodles to the skillet, pour the sauce over, and toss everything together until well coated and heated through (about 2–3 minutes).
6. Finish and Serve:
   Sprinkle with green onions and serve immediately — hot and flavorful!

Tips & Variations

• Add broccoli, snap peas, or mushrooms for more texture.
• For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
• Love spice? Add sriracha or chili garlic sauce to the mix.
• Leftovers reheat beautifully — just add a splash of soy sauce or water when reheating.