Sesame Pork Lo Mein Recipe

Name: Sesame Pork Lo Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked lo mein noodles or vermicelli; 6 tablespoons dry sherry; 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic; 1 tablespoon bottled minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 4 teaspoons dark sesame oil, divided; 12 ounces pork tenderloin, trimmed and sliced into thin strips; 1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; Cooking spray; 3/4 cup snow peas, halved crosswise; 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot; 1 (8-ounce) package presliced mushrooms; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted; 1 cup diagonally cut green onions

Servings: persons

8 ounces uncooked lo mein noodles or vermicelli
6 tablespoons dry sherry
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
1 tablespoon bottled minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 teaspoons dark sesame oil, divided
12 ounces pork tenderloin, trimmed and sliced into thin strips
1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Cooking spray
3/4 cup snow peas, halved crosswise
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
1 (8-ounce) package presliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 cup diagonally cut green onions

1
Prepare the noodles according to package directions; drain.
2
Combine sherry and the next 6 ingredients (through red pepper) in a medium bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and pork; toss to coat.
3
Combine broth and cornstarch, stirring with a whisk.
4
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add pork mixture to pan, and cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove pork using a slotted spoon. Add peas, carrot, and mushrooms to pan; cook 2 minutes. Stir in broth mixture; cook 2 minutes or until thick, stirring constantly.
5
Stir in noodles, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, pork, and sesame seeds. Sprinkle with green onions. Serve immediately.

681

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked lo mein noodles or vermicelli, 6 tablespoons dry sherry, 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Sesame Pork Lo Mein falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sesame Pork Lo Mein

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Variations & substitutions

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