Homestyle Ground Beef Lo Mein: A 30-Minute Comfort Classic You’ll Make Again and Again

Homestyle Ground Beef Lo Mein: A 30-Minute Comfort Classic You’ll Make Again and Again

    • 12 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti (either works beautifully)
    • 1 lb ground beef — lean ground beef works best
    • 2 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil — sesame adds that authentic, nutty aroma
    • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 cup carrots, julienned (matchstick style)
    • 2 cups cabbage, shredded or use a coleslaw mix for convenience
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Sauce Ingredients

    • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, but adds a deep, savory note)
    • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce or an extra tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey — for that gentle sweetness
  • ¼ cup beef broth or water
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (to thicken the sauce slightly)

Step-by-Step Instructions

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