How I Make Pork Lo Mein For My Kids

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Hoisin sauce provides a similar sweetness and umami flavor.

pork tenderloin

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork shoulder is cheaper and flavorful.

Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.

Slice pork tenderloin into thin strips.

Marinate pork with soy sauce, black pepper, and a dash of sesame oil for 15 minutes.

Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat until smoking.

Add a tablespoon of oil and stir-fry the marinated pork until browned, about 3-4 minutes; remove and set aside.

In the same wok, add garlic and ginger; stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add sliced bell pepper, carrot, and cabbage; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.

Return the pork to the wok and add cooked noodles, oyster sauce, and sugar; toss everything together.

Add bean sprouts and green onions; stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Drizzle with sesame oil before serving; mix well.

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