Beef Lo Mein Recipe

Bring a 6-quart pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the 1/4 lb noodles, ensuring they are fully submerged, and boil them over high heat for just 10 seconds. They should be pliable but still have a bit of bite.

Immediately drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking. Set them aside.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef and cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is medium cooked, with no pink remaining.

Transfer the cooked beef to a plate and set it aside for later.

Add another 2 tablespoons of oil to the same wok, still over high heat. Add the 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon minced ginger. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the 1 cup bean sprouts and 1 cup mushrooms. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften. Pour in 1 cup of water, or enough to just barely cover the vegetables. Bring to a simmer, then add the cooked noodles to the wok, tossing to combine with the vegetables.