Authentic Pork Lo Mein – Chinese

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 6
Authentic Pork Lo Mein - Chinese recipe for your Asian dinner night
in Chinese

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb fresh pork tenderloin
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice wine
1 tablespoon fresh ginger ( cut very fine )
5 -6 large mixed mushrooms
1/2 cup bamboo shoot
1 red bell peppers or 1 carrot
1 small onion , cut in wedges
2 green onions , shredded
1 medium zucchini or 1 medium celery , cut in 1-inch strips
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1/4 teaspoon ginger
4 tablespoons peanut oil
1 lb fresh Chinese egg noodles
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons oyster sauce or 2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
522
Sugar
7g
Fat
20g
Pork lo mein is a classic Chinese takeout dish. However, this authentic recipe allows you to enjoy the dish with fresh ingredients and in the comfort of your own home. This recipe incorporates fresh vegetables, including mushrooms and bamboo shoots, which offer a unique flavor and texture to the dish. By stir-frying the ingredients, they cook quickly and retain their nutrients and crunch. The protein from the pork and carbs from the egg noodles make for a filling and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, combine cornstarch, sugar, soy sauce, rice wine, and ginger. Cut the pork into thin strips and add to the mixture, refrigerate for ten minutes.
2.In a wok or large skillet, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, crushed red pepper, and pork. Stir-fry for three to four minutes.
3.Add the mushrooms, bamboo shoots, onion, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for three to four minutes until vegetables are tender.
4.In a separate bowl, combine chicken broth, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Pour into the skillet with the pork and vegetables. Cook for an additional two to three minutes until all ingredients are heated through.
5.Cook egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain. Serve the pork and vegetables over the noodles.

PROS

This lo mein recipe is packed with flavor from the fresh ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.

It’s a great way to use up veggies you have on hand, and it’s a filling meal in one dish.

CONS

There is a significant amount of sodium in this dish due to the soy sauce and oyster sauce.
It’s important to use low-sodium options if watching your sodium intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein from the pork and contains many vitamins and minerals from the mixed vegetables. Zucchini is particularly beneficial for its high fiber and low calorie content. Ginger is known to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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