Vegetable Lo Mein with Garlic and Soy Sauce

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Soft egg noodles stir-fried with crisp vegetables, garlic, and a savory soy sauce glaze for a quick and satisfying noodle dish. This chinese (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs egg noodles, vegetable oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz egg noodles and cook for 4-5 minutes until just tender but not mushy. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 julienned carrot, 1 julienned red bell pepper, and 1 cup snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Add the drained noodles to the wok along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Toss everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the noodles.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the noodles. Toss in 2 sliced green onions and serve hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Vegetable Lo Mein with Garlic and Soy Sauce 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 Vegetable Lo Mein with Garlic and Soy Sauce?

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 Vegetable Lo Mein with Garlic and Soy Sauce?

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 Vegetable Lo Mein with Garlic and Soy Sauce 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 Vegetable Lo Mein with Garlic and Soy Sauce 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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