Ingredients
– 8 ounces lo mein noodles
– 1 cup sliced carrots
– 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 1 cup snow peas
– 2 cups cooked and sliced chicken, beef, or tofu
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
– 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
– Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Making your Slow Cooker Lo Mein is simple. Follow these steps to create this amazing dish:
1. Prepare the Noodles: Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Chop the Vegetables: Slice carrots, bell peppers, and any other vegetables you’d like to add. Make sure all are cut uniformly for even cooking.
3. Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, combine the vegetables, protein, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and water or broth.
4. Mix Well: Stir the mixture until everything is evenly coated with the sauce.
5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours. If you desire thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
6. Add Noodles: About 20 minutes before serving, stir in the cooked lo mein noodles, ensuring they’re well mixed with the sauce and other ingredients.
7. Garnish: Once the cooking time is complete, serve the lo mein hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
8. Enjoy: Dive in and savor the delicious flavors of your homemade Slow Cooker Lo Mein!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on low or 2 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 20g