Ground Beef Lo Mein (Print Version)
Lo mein noodles tossed with ground beef, fresh veggies, and a rich savory sauce.
# Ingredients:
Noodles
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8 ounces lo mein noodles or spaghetti
Meat
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1 pound ground beef
Vegetables
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 cup sliced mushrooms
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3 green onions, sliced
Sauce
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¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tablespoons oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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½ teaspoon sesame oil
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½ cup beef broth or water
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
Oils
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
# Instructions:
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Prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse lightly with warm water, and set aside.
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Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat and remove beef from pan.
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Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the same pan. Sauté garlic, ginger, shredded carrots, sliced bell pepper, and mushrooms for 3–4 minutes until vegetables soften but retain slight crispness.
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In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, beef broth, and cornstarch until smooth and combined.
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Return cooked ground beef to the pan. Add the drained noodles and pour sauce over all ingredients. Toss thoroughly to distribute evenly.
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Cook mixture for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and coats the noodles.
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Sprinkle sliced green onions on top, toss gently, and serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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Avoid overcooking vegetables to maintain crisp texture and vibrant color.