Description
Spicy Szechuan Lo Mein is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the heat to your dinner table. This quick and easy recipe features tender lo mein noodles coated in a fiery, aromatic sauce, paired with fresh vegetables for added crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or lively gatherings, each bite delivers bold flavors that will leave you craving more. Customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies for a meal that?s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 1 tsp Szechuan peppercorns
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup bok choy, chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare Your Noodles: Boil water in a large pot. Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Stir-Fry Your Veggies: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil. Toss in vegetables and garlic; saut? for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Make the Sauce: Mix soy sauce, chili paste, and crushed Szechuan peppercorns in a bowl until smooth.
- Combine It All: Add noodles to the skillet with veggies and pour the sauce over. Toss gently until evenly coated; cook for 1 minute more.
- Serve It Up: Transfer to bowls and garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Enjoy: Dig in with chopsticks or a fork while it's hot!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg