Pork Lo Mein

Next, try more of my Asian recipes, like Easy Chinese Cashew Chicken, Korean Fried Chicken, Sticky Sesame Chicken, and Thai Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk.

Why This Recipe Works

Flavor Packed: I am not usually a huge pork fan, but let me tell you that this pork lo mein recipe has converted me to actually enjoy pork! With aromatics and tons of Asian-inspired flavors like garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce and sesame oil, the combination of flavors and smells will have you ready to devour this easy lo mein dinner! Done in 30 minutes: When I tell you this is an easy dinner to make, I am not lying! It took me just 30 minutes. First we make the marinade and let the pork sit in it, then make the stir fry sauce, and then cook everything together! Since the pork is sliced into small pieces, it browns up quickly in a high heat pan. Versatile: The beauty of lo mein recipes is that you can finish up the vegetables sitting in your fridge that need to be eaten! Pretty much any veggie with a bit of meat like pork or chicken would be delicious is this sauce along with the lo mein noodles. You can add mushroom, broccoli, cauliflower and even corn to this lo mein recipe!

Ingredients

The ingredients for this pork lo mein recipe are used commonly in Asian-inspired dishes and will make you feel like you are eating a restaurant take-out meal! Here’s what you’ll need:

Pork Marinade:

Soy Sauce: Soy sauce adds a ton of umami and that salty flavor that the pork needs. You can use low sodium soy sauce if you prefer! Chili Oil: The chili oil adds a hint of spice which balances the salty flavors found throughout this recipe. Sugar: The sugar will not end up tasting sweet, but rounds out the flavors of the pork and stir fry sauce. Cornstarch: Cornstarch helps the pork brown nicely and get a little crispy! Pork Tenderloin: I like to use pork tenderloin since it is a higher quality cut of meat and is generally pretty lean!

Stir Fry Sauce:

Soy Sauce & Oyster Sauce: A combination of soy sauce and oyster sauce are great for umami flavor. Aromatics: Garlic, Fresh Ginger and Ground Ginger make up the aromatics in this sauce and add tons of flavor! Toasted Sesame Oil: This lends a bit of nutty flavor that is essential in lo mein!

For the Lo Mein:

Lo Mein or Chow Mein Noodles: You can find dry lo mein or chow mein noodles at the local grocery store. Both lo mein and chow mein noodles will require boiling before you mix them with the rest of the ingredients. Vegetables: Snow or Sugar Snap Peas, Carrot, Cabbage, Bean Sprouts and Green Onions are combined for a veggie packed meal! You can add more veg or omit depending on your preference.

Here’s How to Make It

Step by Step Instructions

Expert Tips

Canned Bean Sprouts or Mung Bean Sprouts can be found in the international section of the grocery store, or at a specialty Asian grocery store. You don’t have to have bean sprouts to make this recipe, but they are a nice addition! Pork Lo Mein is versatile! It can easily be made into chicken or beef lo mein by replacing the meat! The marinade will be good with either of those meat options. Try not to overcook the meat. Since you are slicing the pork tenderloin into thin pieces, it won’t take long to cook. 1-2 minutes should be good and then once you add the vegetables, noodles, and sauce and let it all warm through, the pork will be done. Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees.