Garlic Soy Lo Mein with Crisp Vegetables

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A quick stir-fried noodle dish with tender egg noodles, vibrant crisp vegetables, and an aromatic garlic-soy sauce. This chinese-inspired pasta (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs egg noodles, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 10 oz egg noodles. Cook for 4-5 minutes until just tender, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 julienned carrot, 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender and bright in color.
  4. Step 4: Add the drained noodles to the wok along with 4 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the noodles evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the noodles. Sprinkle 3 sliced green onions on top and gently toss once more before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic Soy Lo Mein with Crisp Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garlic Soy Lo Mein with Crisp Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep egg noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Soy Lo Mein with Crisp Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garlic Soy Lo Mein with Crisp Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Garlic Soy Lo Mein with Crisp Vegetables vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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