20-Minute Dinners
Egg Noodles with Vegetables and Cashews
This homemade version of Chinese Lo Mein is the perfect alternative to restaurant takeout, and it cooks much faster. Tender egg noodles are combined in a pan with a vibrant mix of crispy vegetables, absorbing a classic Asian sauce made of soy sauce and sesame oil. Toasted cashews add a pleasant buttery texture, a deep nutty aroma, and a satisfying crunch. The sweet and savory sauce with a touch of garlic perfectly coats every ingredient, creating a harmonious balance of soft noodles and crisp vegetables cooked al dente.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 20 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cooking
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- 20-Minute Dinners
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 490 kcal
- Protein
- 15 g
- Fat
- 18 g
- Carbs
- 66 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Boil water in a pot, cook the egg noodles according to the pa…
Boil water in a pot, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions for about 4-5 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- 02
Julienne the carrots and bell peppers, break the broccoli int…
Julienne the carrots and bell peppers, break the broccoli into small florets, mince the garlic, and whisk the soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar in a small bowl.
- 03
Toast the cashews in a dry pan or wok over medium heat for 2-…
Toast the cashews in a dry pan or wok over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden and fragrant, then transfer them to a plate.
- 04
Heat vegetable oil in the same pan over high heat, flash-fry…
Heat vegetable oil in the same pan over high heat, flash-fry the garlic for 10 seconds, then toss in all the vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 05
Add the cooked noodles, the prepared sauce, and the toasted c…
Add the cooked noodles, the prepared sauce, and the toasted cashews to the pan, tossing vigorously over high heat for 1 minute until completely combined and hot.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
To ensure the vegetables keep their bright colors and stay slightly crisp, stir-fry them very quickly over maximum heat, tossing constantly.
How to serve
Serve the noodles hot, generously topped with an extra handful of crunchy cashews and finely chopped green onions.
How to store
Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When reheating in a pan, add a tablespoon of water or soy sauce to restore juiciness.
Note
It is important not to overcook the egg noodles in the first step, as they will spend another minute warming up with the hot sauce and vegetables.
