Easy Lo Mein Recipe (15-Minute Homemade Takeout Noodles)
Easy 15-Minute Lo Mein is a quick homemade takeout-style noodle dish made with tender egg noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory-sweet soy-based sauce that comes together fast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz dry egg noodles
2 carrots, sliced
¼ yellow onion, sliced
3 cups cabbage
3 garlic cloves, diced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
Sauce:
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
¼ tsp white pepper
Instructions
- Prep all vegetables and mix sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Cook noodles according to package directions, then rinse with cold water and drain.
- Stir-fry garlic, carrots, and onion in a hot pan until fragrant.
- Add cabbage and cook until slightly softened.
- Add noodles, sauce, and green onions, tossing until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Add protein like chicken or shrimp if desired. Best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture.