Description
Vegan Veggie Lo Mein is a quick, flavorful, and healthy twist on the classic Chinese noodle dish. Packed with fresh vegetables and tossed in a savory sauce, this vibrant meal is both satisfying and nutritious, perfect for vegans and anyone looking for a plant-based meal.
Ingredients
- 8 oz lo mein noodles (or any other noodles like spaghetti or soba)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup snap peas
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1-inch piece of ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- Green onions (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, tossing with a bit of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
- In a large pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, carrot, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add the garlic and ginger to the pan, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the vegetables and pour the sauce over everything. Toss to combine, making sure the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated in the sauce.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to heat through and the noodles to absorb the flavor.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Feel free to add any vegetables you like or have on hand, such as mushrooms, zucchini, or baby corn.
- Add tofu, tempeh, or edamame for a boost of plant-based protein.
- For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or chili paste to the sauce.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free noodles like rice noodles or soba noodles, and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
