Description
This Ground Beef Lo Mein recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish combining tender ground beef, crisp vegetables, and savory noodles tossed in a rich, homemade Asian-inspired sauce. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal, it features easy-to-find ingredients and cooks in just 30 minutes, delivering a balanced mix of textures and vibrant tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti, linguine, or ramen noodles)
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 5 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup snow peas or sugar snap peas
Sauce
- ¾ cup beef broth (or water)
- ¼ cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped scallions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients and Make Sauce: Prepare all ingredients as listed. In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth to create the sauce.
- Cook Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain the noodles and set them aside while you prepare the rest of the dish.
- Brown Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat if necessary. Remove the cooked beef from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the olive oil and sauté the sliced onions until soft and translucent. Add the red bell peppers, cremini mushrooms, and snow peas. Cook the vegetables until they are tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the prepared sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the ingredients.
- Toss with Noodles: Remove the skillet from heat. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped scallions if desired. Serve the Ground Beef Lo Mein hot immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute lo mein noodles with spaghetti, linguine, or ramen noodles depending on availability.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha sauce to control the heat level to your preference.
- For a lower sodium version, use low-sodium beef broth and soy sauce.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer or add a bit more cornstarch slurry.
- Vegetables can be substituted or added to suit your taste—such as carrots, broccoli, or baby corn.
