Easy Beef Lo Mein

Name: Easy Beef Lo Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti); 1 tsp sesame oil; 1/4 cup hot water; 1 tbsp Better Than Bouillon beef base; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 lb beef (sliced thin or ground); 2 tbsp oil for cooking; 1 onion (sliced); 2 carrots (cut into sticks); 2 cups broccoli pieces; 4 garlic cloves (chopped)

Olivia Morgan

June 30, 2025

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Why Make This Recipe

Easy Beef Lo Mein is a quick and delicious dish that brings the flavors of a Chinese takeout favorite straight to your kitchen. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be made in under 30 minutes. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a savory meal that your whole family will love. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite veggies!

How to Make Easy Beef Lo Mein

Ingredients

8 oz lo mein noodles (or just use spaghetti)
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 cup hot water
1 tbsp Better Than Bouillon beef base
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 lb beef (sliced thin or ground beef)
2 tbsp oil for cooking
1 onion (sliced up)
2 carrots (cut into sticks)
2 cups broccoli pieces
4 garlic cloves (chopped)

Directions

Start the noodles – Get water boiling and cook the noodles like the package says. When they’re done, drain and toss with the sesame oil so they don’t stick together.
Make the sauce – Mix the beef base into the hot water until it dissolves. Add soy sauce and brown sugar. Stir and set aside.
Cook the beef – Heat oil in your biggest pan over high heat. Add beef and let it cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring. You want it golden brown. Take it out and set aside.
Cook vegetables – In the same pan, cook onions for about 3 minutes until they’re golden. Add carrots and cook for 2 minutes. Add broccoli and cook for 2 more minutes.
Add garlic – Throw in the garlic and cook for just 1 minute until it smells good.
Bring it together – Put the beef back in. Pour in your sauce and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Add noodles – Toss in the cooked noodles and mix everything until the noodles are coated with sauce.
Eat it! – Serve while it’s hot.

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How to Serve Easy Beef Lo Mein

Serve your Easy Beef Lo Mein hot, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if you like! It pairs well with a side of egg rolls or spring rolls for a complete meal.

How to Store Easy Beef Lo Mein

To store Easy Beef Lo Mein, let it cool completely, then place it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months. Just thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Tips to Make Easy Beef Lo Mein

For extra flavor, marinate the beef in soy sauce and a little cornstarch for about 15 minutes before cooking.
Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers, snow peas, or bok choy for diversity and nutrition.
Keep the heat high when cooking the beef and vegetables to achieve a nice stir-fry texture.

Variation

You can easily make a vegetarian version by swapping the beef for tofu or mushrooms. Just follow the same steps and adjust the cooking times accordingly.