Vegan Vegetable Lo Mein

🥢 Vegan Vegetable Lo Mein

🧄 Ingredients:

• 8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti as a substitute)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil (or any neutral oil)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or cremini)
• 1 cup carrots, julienned or thinly sliced
• 1 cup baby bok choy or broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced (optional)
• 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

🍜 Sauce:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (check for vegan version)
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• Optional: 1 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (for a spicy kick)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until well combined.
3. Stir-fry the veggies:
   • Heat sesame oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
   • Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • Toss in mushrooms, carrots, bok choy, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until just tender.
4. Combine:
   • Add cooked noodles to the pan.
   • Pour in the sauce and toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through.
5. Serve:
   • Garnish with green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds (optional).
   • Serve hot and enjoy!

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