Ground Beef Lo Mein

This Ground Beef Lo Mein is a quick, satisfying dinner packed with tender noodles, seasoned beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade sauce.

It comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you’re craving takeout-style comfort food without leaving home.

Ground Beef Lo Mein

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 12 ounces lo mein noodles or spaghetti
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons vegetable or sesame oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup carrots, cut into matchsticks
• 2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 green onions, chopped

For the Sauce

• 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, optional
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, or additional soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
• 1/4 cup beef broth or water
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Directions

1. Cook the noodles

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Cook the noodles according to the package directions until al dente.

Drain, rinse briefly with cold water, and set aside.

2. Brown the beef

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes, breaking it into smaller pieces as it browns.

Drain excess grease if necessary.

Transfer the cooked beef to a plate and set aside.

3. Cook the vegetables

Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet.

Stir in the onion, garlic, carrots, cabbage, and red bell pepper.

Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

4. Make the sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar or honey, beef broth, black pepper, and cornstarch.

Whisk until smooth and the cornstarch is fully dissolved.

5. Combine everything

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet.

Add the noodles and pour the sauce over everything.

Toss well to coat the noodles, beef, and vegetables evenly.

Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through.

6. Finish and serve

Sprinkle the chopped green onions over the top.

Serve hot straight from the skillet.

Savory, slightly sweet, and loaded with beef and vegetables, this easy lo mein is a flavorful weeknight meal that comes together faster than ordering takeout.