Description
Savor flank steak lo mein, a mouthwatering fusion of tender beef and silky noodles dancing with crisp vegetables. Chinese-inspired comfort meets culinary artistry, promising a delightful meal you can easily craft in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) flank steak, thinly sliced
Noodles and Vegetables:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) lo mein noodles
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup oyster sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil lo mein noodles until al dente, typically 3-4 minutes. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch in a compact bowl to create a unified marinade.
- Sear flank steak in a scorching skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes, ensuring a rich caramelized exterior.
- Incorporate minced garlic, vibrant bell peppers, and crisp snow peas into the skillet. Sauté rapidly for 2-3 minutes until vegetables maintain a slight crunch.
- Pour prepared sauce over meat and vegetables, allowing flavors to meld and thicken within 1-2 minutes.
- Gently fold cooked noodles into the skillet, coating every strand with the glossy sauce.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the overall taste profile.
- Transfer immediately to serving plates, ensuring the dish remains piping hot and visually appealing with its glistening noodles and tender steak.
Notes
- Marinate the flank steak for 30 minutes before cooking to enhance tenderness and flavor depth.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version that maintains authentic Asian taste profile.
- Slice the flank steak against the grain to ensure maximum meat softness and easier chewing experience.
- Choose wide lo mein noodles for better sauce absorption and more authentic texture compared to thinner varieties.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg