Craving Chinese food without the extra calories? This Ground Beef Lo Mein recipe delivers big flavor while remaining economical and family-friendly. Once you try this version at home, you may never order it from a restaurant again. The savory umami blend in this lo mein is deeply satisfying—low in carbs and fat but high in taste.
Ground beef lo mein is versatile: add your favorite vegetables or adjust seasonings to suit your family’s preferences. Whether you prefer a simple version or a veggie-packed stir-fry, this recipe adapts easily.
Tip: cooking lo mein in a wok makes stirring and tossing easy thanks to the wide, sloped surface. If you don’t have a wok, a large skillet works fine.
This Asian-inspired dish is filling and comforting. Soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic coat the noodles, beef, and vegetables to produce the classic, satisfying flavors you expect from lo mein.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.
What can I use for lo mein noodles?
If you don’t have lo mein noodles, Angel Hair spaghetti is a good substitute — it’s similar in texture and cooks quickly.
Which vegetables work best?
This recipe is flexible: use whatever you enjoy. Common choices include a California blend, mixed vegetables, bell peppers, snap peas, or bok choy. Adjust quantities to taste.
What should I serve with this dish?
Lo mein is satisfying on its own, but you can serve it with fried rice, egg rolls, or wontons for a fuller meal.
Ingredients:
8 ounces Angel Hair Spaghetti
1 pound ground beef, lean
1 stalk celery, sliced
½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup carrots, shredded
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp garlic, minced
½ tsp sugar
½ tsp salt
For the sauce:
1 tbsp rice cooking wine
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
How to make this Ground Beef Lo Mein:
Step 1. Boil the pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and brown the ground beef until no longer pink.
Step 3. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Step 4. Add the soy sauce, sugar, salt, celery, red onion, garlic, and carrots to the beef.
Step 5. Sauté until the vegetables have softened but still retain a bit of crunch.
Step 6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir thoroughly to combine with the meat and vegetables.
Step 7. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice cooking wine, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
Step 8. Pour the sauce over the noodles, beef, and vegetables.
Step 9. Toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through.
Step 10. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Angel Hair Spaghetti
- 1 pound Ground Beef (lean)
- 1 stalk Celery, sliced
- ½ cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Carrots, shredded
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic, minced
- ½ tsp Sugar
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Rice Cooking Wine
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
Method
- Boil pasta according to package directions, drain and rinse.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown and crumble the ground beef.
- Drain excess grease.
- Add soy sauce, sugar, salt, celery, onion, garlic, and carrots to the beef.
- Sauté until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Stir in the cooked pasta.
- Whisk rice cooking wine, soy sauce, and sesame oil; pour over the mixture.
- Toss to combine and heat through.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
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