Homemade Beef Lo Mein (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 ounces sliced flank steak.
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1 teaspoon cornstarch for marinade.
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1 teaspoon soy sauce for marinade.
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1 teaspoon oil for marinade.
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
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1 tablespoon light soy sauce.
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce.
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2 teaspoons dark soy sauce.
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1/2 teaspoon sesame oil.
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1/2 teaspoon salt.
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1/4 teaspoon sugar.
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1/4 teaspoon white pepper.
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1 pound fresh lo mein noodles.
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1 minced garlic clove.
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1 julienned carrot.
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1/2 julienned red bell pepper.
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1/2 cup sliced mushrooms.
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1/2 cup bamboo shoots.
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2 cups shredded napa cabbage.
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2/3 cup snow peas.
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2 cups bean sprouts.
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Two tablespoons vegetable oil.
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1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine.
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2 sliced scallions.
# Instructions:
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Cut flank steak against the grain into thin strips. Mix with baking soda, cornstarch, soy sauce, and oil. Let sit for 30 minutes.
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Combine light soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, sugar, and white pepper in a bowl.
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Rinse cooked lo mein noodles under hot water and drain well. If using uncooked noodles, cook until just tender, then drain.
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Heat wok until smoking. Add oil and sear beef strips for 30 seconds each side. Remove and set aside.
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Stir-fry garlic, carrots, peppers, and mushrooms for 30 seconds. Add bamboo shoots and white scallions for 20 seconds. Add cabbage and stir-fry another 30 seconds.
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Add noodles and wine. Toss well. Pour in sauce mixture. Add snow peas, sprouts, and beef. Mix until hot. Stir in green scallions and serve.
# Notes:
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Use high heat throughout cooking for authentic wok flavor.
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Keep ingredients moving constantly to prevent sticking.
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Can substitute vegetables based on availability.