Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Day 27 - Vegetarian Lo Mein

This recipe comes from http://www.canyoustayfordinner.com.

(Need to get my own picture but here is one from canyoustayfordinner.com)
Healthy Vegetable Lo Mein Recipe

Vegetable Lo Mein
(serves 2)
For the Sauce:
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon Sriracha hot chili sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Remaining Ingredients:
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups bean sprouts
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions, white and green parts
1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 cup shredded Napa cabbage
1/4 cup grated carrot
6 oz Chinese egg noodles or whole wheat spaghetti

Cook the egg noodles or spaghetti according to package instructions, drain and set aside.

Stir all sauce ingredients together in a small saucepan set over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until thickened and glossy, about 3 minutes. Set aside.

Meanwhile, set a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the two teaspoons of canola oil and swirl to coat. Add the bean sprouts, mushrooms, cabbage, and carrot. Saute for about 3 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the cooked egg noodles and the sauce, tossing to combine. Serve immediately.

Verdict:
I can not find Chinese five spice powder so I left it out and I also left out the hot chili sauce.  The overall meal was good but the sauce tasted a little sweet (maybe for the lack of 2 ingredents).  We added a little more soy sauce to our meal and it was way better.  The kids didn't really like this meal.  Not sure why since the love noodles and vegetables.

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