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Delicious Brazilian-style Lo Mein: An Irresistible Recipe

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Delicious Brazilian-style Lo Mein: An Irresistible Recipe
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time30 min
Servings4 servings
DifficultyEASY
Calories380 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"This Brazilian version of Chinese lo mein stir-fries cooked pasta in a wok with chicken strips, carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, and soy sauce seasoned with garlic and ginger. A colorful and nutritious oriental meal."

Delicious Brazilian-style Lo Mein: An Irresistible Recipe

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- The al dente cooked pasta should be drained and cooled briefly so it doesn't overcook in the wok stage. - Sautéing the vegetables in strips preserves the crispy texture and nutrients of the vegetables in the pan. - The soy sauce added at the end glazes the noodles and ingredients evenly without soaking them.

Ingredients

Main Course

  • 250g of Lo Mein noodles (or similar)
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • 1 grated carrot
  • 1 pimentão vermelho cortado em tiras
  • 1 zucchini cut into strips
  • 2 chopped garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 200g of chicken breast in strips (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger (optional)

Instructions

Main Course

1

Cook the Lo Mein noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Escorra e reserve.

2

In a wok or large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing quickly until it releases the aroma.

4

If using, add the chicken in strips and cook until golden.

5

Add the carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini, cooking for about 5 minutes until they soften.

6

Add the cooked noodles to the vegetable and meat mixture in the wok.

7

Drizzle with soy sauce and mix well, ensuring everything is wrapped by the sauce.

8

Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve hot.

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Chef Tips

- Pass a thin thread of sesame oil on the cooked and drained dough to prevent the strands from sticking while reserving. - Cut the carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper in the same thin strip pattern to uniformize the quick cooking. - Keep the heat medium-high during the entire stir-fry, moving the pan constantly with tongs.

Variations

- Lo mein vegetariano: elimine o frango e dobre a quantidade de legumes adicionando brócolis e cogumelo paris. - Toque de óleo de gergelim: finalize com uma colher de sopa de óleo de gergelim torrado antes de servir. - Versão picante: adicione uma colher de sopa de molho de pimenta sriracha ou óleo de pimenta chinesa.

Substitutions

- Lo mein noodles can be replaced with traditional durum wheat spaghetti or egg noodles. - Chicken breast can be substituted with beef strips, pork loin, or fresh mushrooms. - Vegetable oil can be replaced with peanut oil or lard to provide a rustic flavor.

How to Store

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, use a hot skillet with a tablespoon of hot water or soy sauce, sautéing for 3 minutes until the strands loosen.

Can You Freeze It?

It is not recommended to freeze ready-made lo mein. The zucchini and bell peppers lose firmness becoming watery, and the thawed pasta loses elasticity, breaking easily when reheated.

What to Serve With

Serves as a complete meal in a single dish. Pairs with fried spring rolls, steamed grilled gyoza, or light green salad. To accompany, serve with ginger ale or chilled Pilsner beer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which common supermarket pasta replaces Lo Mein?

Traditional number 7 spaghetti or fresh thin tagliatelle pasta work very well while maintaining the elastic texture.

Why should the vegetables all be cut into strips?

The julienne cut allows them to cook in a few minutes in high heat without releasing water or falling apart.

How to prevent the dough from becoming soggy and soft in the wok?

Cook the pasta about 1 minute less than indicated on the package; it will finish cooking by absorbing the sauce in the wok.

O gengibre fresco pode ser trocado por gengibre em pó?

Pode ser usado em pó na proporção de meia colher de chá, mas o gengibre fresco ralado entrega muito mais aroma cítrico.

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