• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Urban Bliss Life logo

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • contact
  • shop
  • cookbooks
  • cooking classes
  • resources
  • Home
  • Recipes
    • 30-Minute Meals
    • Air Fryer Recipes
    • Appetizer Recipes
    • Asian recipes
    • Bread Recipes
    • Breakfast Recipes
    • Cookie Recipes
    • Dairy-free Recipes
    • Dessert Recipes
    • Entertaining Recipes
    • Filipino Recipes
    • Gluten-Free Recipes
    • Healthy Recipes
    • Holiday Recipes
    • Instant Pot Recipes
    • 5 Ingredients
    • Kid-Friendly Recipes
    • Main Dish Recipes
    • Make-Ahead Recipes
    • Pasta Recipes
    • Salad Recipes
    • Side Dishes
    • Slow Cooker Recipes
    • Snack Recipes
    • Soup Recipes
    • Seafood Recipes
    • Vegan Recipes
    • Vegetarian Recipes
    • Cocktail Recipes
    • Dog Treats
  • Wine
    • Oregon Wine Guide
    • Washington Wine
    • California Wine
    • Food and Wine Pairing
    • Wine Country
    • Wine Tips & Wine Pairings
  • Travel
    • Europe
      • Greece
      • Ireland
      • Italy
      • Liechtenstein
      • The Netherlands
      • Switzerland
      • The UK (United Kingdom)
    • Canada
    • USA travel
      • California
      • Colorado
      • Hawaii
      • Idaho
      • Montana
      • Nevada
      • New Mexico
      • New York
      • Oregon Travel Ideas
      • Utah
      • Washington
      • New Orleans
    • Travel Gear
    • Japan
    • Travel Tips
    • Hotels
    • Family Travel
  • Restaurants
  • About
    • Work With Urban Bliss Life
    • Press
    • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Fall Recipes
  • All Recipes
  • Cookbooks
  • About
  • Work With Us
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Asian Recipes » Beef Lo Mein Recipe

    Published: October 13, 2020 / Updated: April 29, 2023 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Beef Lo Mein Recipe

    8 shares
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    bowl of beef lo mein with pan of noodles and title text overlay
    lo mein noodles with beef, vegetables, and title text overlay
    lo mein noodles with beef, vegetables, and title text overlay
    lo mein noodles with beef, vegetables, and title text overlay
    lo mein noodles with beef, vegetables, and title text overlay

    Packed with healthy veggies, this Beef Lo Mein recipe is a flavorful 30-minute meal perfect for a busy weeknight!

    half side of beef lo mein in pan

    When we get Chinese food take-out, we almost always get Lo Mein noodles. It's one of the few dishes that our whole family really loves. But did you know how easy this takeout classic is to make at home?

    I've shared my easy Shrimp Lo Mein noodles before. This recipe for Beef Lo Mein is just as quick and yummy!

    Jump to:
    • 🥡 Why you'll love this dish
    • 🥩 Ingredient notes
    • ✅ Step-by-step instructions
    • 👩🏽‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🥢 Kitchen tools and equipment
    • 🥂 What wine pairs with Beef Lo Mein?
    • More tasty noodle recipes
    • Easy Beef Lo Mein

    🥡 Why you'll love this dish

    This delicious Chinese dish is awesome to make at home for so many reasons.

    • It's versatile: you can use almost any protein and mix of your fave veggies.
    • You can make this easy meal in 30 minutes or less, making this a perfect weeknight dinner recipe.
    • Made with fresh, simple ingredients you can find at your local grocery store
    • This better-than-takeout homemade beef lo mein means no waiting for it to be delivered from your favorite Chinese restaurants!

    🥩 Ingredient notes

    ingredients for beef lo mein noodles

    Ramen noodles - To make this a super fast, one-pan recipe, I cheat a little and use ramen noodles. Yes, the kind that cost less than a dollar each. The kind your mom probably sent to you in Costco-sized portions in college care packages. So easy!

    Fresh veggies - baby corn, red bell peppers, broccoli, celery, and carrots are some of my favorite vegetables to add flavor and crunch to this dish. You could also use snow peas, zucchini, potatoes, cauliflower, mushrooms, or eggplant.

    Flank steak - is the preferred cut of beef for beef lo mein. It's leaner than other cuts, and comes from the belly of the cow, so it's full of beef flavor. But since it can be a bit tough (it is easy to overcook it). So cut it into thin slices and/or small pieces, which makes it great for stir fry and noodles.

    Instead of flank steak, you could also use skirt steak. Skirt steak is the most similar to flank steak: it's also long and thin, and full of beef flavor. Sirloin steak or rump steak are also good options for this dish. Just be sure you slice the meat thinly.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    Exact measurements of ingredients and instructions are in the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this post. Here are some helpful tips to guide you as you make this easy beef lo mein recipe.

    1. To make the lo mein sauce, stir together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and ground ginger in a small bowl.

    ramen noodles
    beef for beef lo mein cooking in wok

    2. Cook noodles according to package directions, then drain and set aside.

    3. Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a wok or large skillet. Add the savory sauce mixture and sliced beef, and incorporate cornstarch into the sauce.

    4. Cook the beef about 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the tender beef strips and set meat aside in a bowl. Leave any remaining liquid in the pan.

    baby corn
    half side of beef lo mein in pan

    5. Add the vegetables and fresh garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until vegetables are slightly softened. Toss in the cooked noodles and stir with vegetables.

    6. Return the beef to the wok/skillet, and combine.

    7. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious beef lo mein!

    👩🏽‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What is the difference between lo mein and chow mein?

    Both lo mein and chow mein are usually made with egg noodles. The main difference is in the cooking preparation.

    Lo mein refers to noodles that are stirred or tossed with sauce. Whereas, chow mein refers to fried noodles. So when you order chow mein noodles, you're usually getting a crunchy dish in which the noodles were stir-fried separately and then added to the dish. Lo mein noodles are cooked in the sauce with the veggies and meat at the end, tossed, and served. So the lo mein noodles are softer and sauced.

    What is the best cut of beef to use in beef lo mein?

    I use flank steak because it's full of beef flavor, but you could also use skirt steak. It's the most similar to flank steak. Sirloin steak or rump steak are also good options for this dish. Just be sure you slice the meat thinly.

    How do I store leftover lo mein?

    Leftover lo mein will keep for up to 3-4 days in an airtight container in the fridge. For best results, reheat in a wok or pan with some oil.

    🥢 Kitchen tools and equipment

    To start, you'll need a wok. I love my daTerra Cucina 13" wok. It's non-stick and heats quickly and evenly, which makes it ideal for stir-fries like this.

    If you don't have a wok, you could use a non-stick skillet with high sides.

    🥂 What wine pairs with Beef Lo Mein?

    Dr Loosen riesling with beef lo mein

    A classic wine pairing for beef lo mein would be a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. However, I recently enjoyed this particular recipe with an off-dry Riesling and it was amazing together!

    The hint of sweetness and bright acidity in an off-dry Riesling balances the salty sweetness of the sauce for these noodles.

    More tasty noodle recipes

    • pork and peanut dragon noodles
      Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles
    • Easy Homemade Ramen
    • noodles with steak, peppers, broccoli, sesame seeds, and garlic.
      Sesame Garlic Noodles with Steak
    • shrimp lo mein in a bowl with chopsticks.
      Easy Shrimp Lo Mein Recipe (Only 20 Minutes)

    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

    beef lo mein noodles with veggies in a wok.

    Easy Beef Lo Mein

    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
    Total Time: 30 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This hearty Beef Lo Mein takes less than 30 minutes to make and is a delicious lunch or dinner! 
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 497kcal
    PRINT PIN RATE

    Ingredients

    Sauce

    • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
    • 2 tsp Hoisin Sauce
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • ½ tsp ground ginger

    Lo Mein

    • 2 packages uncooked ramen noodles (discard spice packet that comes with it)
    • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
    • ½ lb beef, cubed
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • ½ cup julienned (thinly sliced) carrots
    • 1 cup broccoli, chopped
    • ½ cup red pepper, de-stemmed, seeded, chopped
    • 1 cup baby corn, cut into 2" pieces
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • optional garnish: sliced chives or green onions, chopped parsley

    Instructions

    Make the sauce

    • In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and ground ginger. Set aside.

    Cook the Noodles

    • Cook noodles according to package directions. When cooked, drain and set aside.

    Stir-fry the meat and vegetables

    • In a wok or large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the sauce, beef, and cornstarch, and combine until the cornstarch is incorporated into the sauce. Cook the beef until fully cooked, stirring constantly, about 3-4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the beef and place in a bowl or plate; set aside. Leave any remaining liquid in the pan.
    • Add the vegetables and garlic, and stir constantly until vegetables are slightly softened, about 2-3 minutes. Toss in the cooked noodles stir together until the noodles and veggies are well coated. Return the beef to the wok/skillet, and combine.
    • Garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately. 

    Notes

    It's important not to overcook the beef. To help prevent this, cut it into thin slices first. If you find it's starting to get tough while cooking, remove the beef from the pan and continue cooking the veggies until softened. Then add the beef back to the pan. 
    Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for about 2-3 days. 
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 497kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 1459mg | Potassium: 556mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3568IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 4mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    « Overnight Breakfast Casserole
    Crab Fettuccine with White Wine Lemon Butter Sauce »
    8 shares

    Get recipes, travel tips, deals and more delivered to your inbox!

      Reader Interactions

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




      This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

      Primary Sidebar

      Marlynn Jayme Schotland 2021 profile pic

      Hi! Thanks for stopping by! I'm Marlynn - a cookbook author, writer, photographer, and mom of two teenagers + a lovable lab retriever. Here you'll find my fast, easy, and delicious recipes, wine pairings, and travel guides. I hold a WSET 2 with Distinction in wine, and am a member of Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and the International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA).

      More about me →

      Featured In

      Urban Bliss Life Press Featured In graphic

      Dads & Grads Recipes

      • BBQ bacon burger
        BBQ Bacon Burger
      • honey garlic chicken skewers
        Grilled Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers
      • closeup photo of air fryer corn ribs stacked on top of one another with drizzled mayo and chopped cilantro.
        Air Fryer Corn Ribs
      • closeup of Filipino BBQ pork skewers with cilantro leaves
        Filipino Pork BBQ

      New Recipes

      • white basmati rice in a blue bowl on green plate.
        Instant Pot Basmati Rice
      • Thai basil beef with red peppers, green onions, and white rice.
        Thai Basil Beef
      • plate of Instant Pot country style ribs and mashed potatoes with herbs.
        Instant Pot Country Style Ribs
      • glass of white wine next to a bowl of cajun shrimp pasta with title text that reads "Best wine and pasta pairings."
        Best Wine with Pasta

      New Travel Tips

      • photos of Depoe Bay, Cannon Beach, Tillamook Oregon with title text that reads "Best Oregon Coast Towns."
        Best Oregon Coast Towns
      • photos of waterfalls, vineyard grapes, haystack rock at cannon beach, and mount hood with title text that reads 35+ day trips from Portland, Oregon.
        35+ Day Trips from Portland
      • glass of red wine next to a bottle of Bells Up Winery pinot noir.
        Bells Up Winery
      • The Prayer Hall of Wat Chalong temple in Phuket, Thailand.
        Wat Chalong Temple
      • Twitter
      • Facebook
      • Pinterest
      • Instagram
      • YouTube

      Footer

      ↑ back to top

      logos of media outlets that have featured urban bliss life.

      Recipes

      • 30-Minute Meals
      • 5-Ingredients
      • Air Fryer
      • Asian
      • Dairy-Free
      • Pasta
      • Seafood

      About

      • About
      • FAQs
      • Privacy & Accessibility Policy
      • Terms & Conditions

      Contact

      • Contact
      • Work with me

      As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
      Copyright © 2022 Urban Bliss Life

      All rights reserved. You may not use any photos or recipes on this site for any personal or commercial use without my express written permission.