Pork Lo Mein Recipe
Packed with tons of flavor and tasty vegetables, this Pork Lo Mein recipe is the ultimate dinner for busy weeknights.
Why pay higher prices for takeout when you can make this delicious dish at home in under 30 minutes? Follow this easy recipe and impress your family with a homemade version of their favorite Chinese takeout meal.
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s quick and easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- It tastes just like restaurant-quality takeout but is made fresh at home.
- A budget-friendly option that saves you money compared to ordering out.
- Perfect for meal prep or leftover lunches the next day!
🛒Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- soy sauce
- sesame oil
- pork tenderloin
- vegetable oil
- onion
- carrots
- red bell pepper
- green onions
- udon noodles
- fresh garlic cloves
- oyster sauce
- hot water
- sugar
- black pepper
- sesame oil
- cornstarch
🔪 How to Make This Pork Lo Mein Recipe
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- In a medium bowl, add 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 tsp. Sesame oil and pork tenderloin. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, hot water, sugar, pepper, and sesame oil. In a small bowl on the side, whisk together cornstarch, a tablespoon of cold water, and salt and pepper. Stir together.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add pork tenderloin in a single layer and cook till browned on both sides, turning once. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion, carrots, bell pepper and garlic to the pan and cook till crisp-tender.
- Add sauce to the vegetables and heat till slightly thickened.
- Add pork and noodles back to the pan. Stir till sauce coats everything and cook till heated through.
🥄 Equipment
This is a list of the equipment that you will need to make this recipe:
- medium bowl
- large bowl
- large skillet
🥫 Storage
Storage – Store any leftover pork lo mein in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing – You can also freeze any leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Reheating – To reheat, simply thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then heat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Serve With
This pork lo mein is filled with protein, vegetables, and carbs, so it’s a meal all on its own. However, you can also pair it with an appetizer such as Air Fryer Egg Rolls or these Creamy Crab Wontons.
💭 Tips
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of rice vinegar or a dash of chili flakes to the sauce.
- Make sure to slice the pork tenderloin thinly and evenly to ensure it cooks quickly and uniformly.
- To save time, you can use pre-cut vegetables or a frozen stir-fry vegetable mix.
- Don’t overcook the noodles; they should be slightly al dente as they’ll finish cooking with the sauce.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for a flavorful dish.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Yes! This recipe is versatile, and you can substitute the pork tenderloin with chicken, beef, or even shrimp. You could also use tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust the cooking time accordingly based on the protein you choose.
After cooking the noodles, rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch. Tossing them in a small amount of sesame oil can also help prevent sticking.
🍽 More Pork Recipes
Do you enjoy pork? If so, try these delicious recipes:
🧾Recipe Card
Want to make this pork lo mein recipe? Print the recipe card below, or pin this recipe, so you can find it later.
Pork Lo Mein Recipe
Equipment
- medium bowl
- large bowl
- large skillet
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 cups sliced pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 medium carrots cut into matchsticks
- 1 red bell pepper cut into strips
- 4 green onions sliced
- 2 cups udon noodles
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 6 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- ½ teaspoon Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 tsp. Sesame oil and pork tenderloin. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, hot water, sugar, pepper, and sesame oil. In a small bowl on the side, whisk together cornstarch, a tablespoon of cold water, and salt and pepper.
- Stir together. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add pork tenderloin in a single layer and cook till browned on both sides, turning once.
- Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion, carrots, bell pepper and garlic to the pan and cook till crisp-tender.
- Add sauce to the vegetables and heat till slightly thickened.
- Add pork and noodles back to the pan. Stir till sauce coats everything and cook till heated through.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
