Copycat P.F. Chang's China Bistro Beef Lo Mein Recipe | CDKitchen.com (2024)

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This P. F. Chang's copycat recipe with stir fried flank steak, carrots and cabbage hits the spot. Once you've got it down, it's a cinch to add your favorite veggies and give this stir fry a personal touch!

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serves/makes:

ready in:

1-2 hrs

7 reviews
4 comments


ingredients

1 1/2 pound flank steak

Marinade

1 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
4 tablespoons beef broth
1 teaspoon granulated sugar

Lo Mein

8 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 carrot, peeled and coarsely shredded
1/2 cup shredded Chinese cabbage
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup oil, or as needed
1 tablespoon soy sauce, optional

directions

Partially freeze the flank steak. Cut into thin strips across the grain.

Marinade: Combine the oyster sauce, soy sauce and beef broth. Whisk in the cornstarch and sugar until blended. Place in a zip-top bag with the beef strips and let marinate for 30 minutes.

Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the low mein noodles and cook until almost done. Drain well and toss with the sesame oil.

In a wok over medium-high heat, add 1/4 cup of the oil. When heated, add the beef and stir fry until just cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Add additional oil to the wok if needed to yield two tablespoons. When hot, stir fry the garlic and carrots. Do not let the garlic burn.

Add the cabbage and stir fry for another minute or two. When the vegetables are to the desired doneness, stir in the cooked noodles and beef. Stir to heat through and mix thoroughly.

Serve immediately with additional soy sauce if desired.


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reviews & comments

  1. wheresthebeef May 22, 2023

    Am I missing something?There are no beef strips in the ingredient listing, yet this is a beef lo mein recipe that directs as follows:"Place in a zip-top bag with the beef strips and let marinate for 30 minutes."

    • CDKitchen Staff Reply:

      The very first ingredient is flank steak.

  2. Audrey REVIEW:
    May 22, 2020

    Awesome! Yes it probably could be enhanced with more veggies and even some tofu, but the taste was great. I only wish I had doubled the recipes for leftovers. Definitely a keeper.

  3. WhatdUwannahav4dinnerIDK REVIEW:
    September 18, 2019

    Ok so I really like this recipe. I’ve made a few minor adjustments. I add more Asian veggies. The recipe calls for shredded carrots and Chinese cabbage. I added bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, bean sprouts, baby corn, and straw mushrooms. I use a spicy oyster sauce, it’s a mild heat. It’s not a difficult recipe, and it’s a quick, yummy solution to a weeknight dinner. The kids like it too. 👩🏻‍🍳🥡🥢

  4. Lindi April 28, 2019

    I have a question.... Since I do not have a wok, would a deep pot be ok to use?

    • CDKitchen Staff Reply:

      A deep skillet will work.

  5. Mgclmsw , Michelle Corliss REVIEW:
    January 27, 2019

    This recipes gets a solid five for both ease of preparation,simplicity/availability of ingredients and most of all for the face that my family loves it!

  6. Sarah August 15, 2017

    So does the lo mean itself not have a sauce over it? It just looks like the sesame oil is coating the noodles and the beef is flavored, but is the marinade not used as a sauce or anything? Wouldn't it be kind of dry without some kind of sauce on it?

    • CDKitchen Staff Reply:

      Follow the recipe, it's not dry at all.

  7. Chelsea'smom REVIEW:
    May 13, 2017

    This recipe is fantastic !! It without a doubt will become one of the top requested meals in our home. Thank you so much for posting it.

  8. mschaeffer REVIEW:
    August 2, 2016

    This was very good!! And quite easy to make I thought.

  9. jacelyn REVIEW:
    September 21, 2014

    Was a little confused what the 1 tbs soy sauce listed was for but I am guessing that goes in at the end? That's what I did anyway. I'd say this recipe is pretty close to restaurant quality.

  10. smartypants REVIEW:
    December 3, 2013

    I marinade the beef overnight. Makes it more tender. I use spaghetti noodles as they are cheaper than lo mein noodles. For ease though I use the shredded cole slaw cabbage because it has carrot in it too.

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FAQs

What is stir fried vs steamed lo mein? ›

The process of stir-frying fully cooks the noodles along with the remaining ingredients. In contrast, lo mein noodles are completely cooked before getting mixed in with the meat, vegetables and sauce. Instead of getting stir-fried, the lo mein ingredients are lightly mixed and tossed.

What makes lo mein taste so good? ›

The sauce is what makes this dish so addictive. It's a simple umami filled mix of light and dark soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sugar, and a hint of ginger. It's super easy to make a batch of lo mein sauce and keep it in the fridge so you can easily make lo mein whenever the craving hits.

What is the difference between Chinese and American lo mein? ›

American lo mein consists of stir fried noodles with a thick soy-based sauce, vegetables, and meat or seafood. Cantonese lo mein has a thinner sauce that is stirred into the noodles, which are topped with wontons or brisket.

What is a good substitute for lo mein noodles? ›

The best substitute for lo mein noodles are chow mein noodles because they are both essentially the same thing. In fact, lo mein and chow mein dishes are famously confused for each other and, while they are two separate meals with different preparation methods, the noodles used in both are the same.

Which nationality does beef lo mein belong to? ›

Lo mein (traditional Chinese: 撈麵/撈麪; simplified Chinese: 捞面; Cantonese Yale: lou1 min6; pinyin: lāo miàn) is a Chinese dish with noodles. It often contains vegetables and some type of meat or seafood, usually beef, chicken, pork, or shrimp.

What is the difference between beef lo mein and chow mein? ›

Lo mein usually uses the fat, chewy noodles, while chow mein uses the thin type of noodles that sometimes contain egg.” Lo mein uses fresh noodles that are boiled for a few minutes, while chow mein uses dried noodles that are parboiled for five to six minutes.

Which is better, mei fun or lo mein? ›

Lo Mein offers a heartier and more substantial dining experience compared to Mei Fun. The chewy wheat noodles and the combination of ingredients create a bolder flavor makes it a satisfying and comforting dish.

What is lo mein equivalent to? ›

The best substitute for lo mein noodles are chow mein noodles because they are both essentially the same thing. In fact, lo mein and chow mein dishes are famously confused for each other and, while they are two separate meals with different preparation methods, the noodles used in both are the same.

What does Lo mean in Chinese food? ›

捞 pronounced 'lo' in Cantonese and 'lao' in Mandarin means 'to toss,' and 面 pronounced 'mein' (or 'mian') means 'noodles. Lo mein is a dish made using fresh egg noodles that are first fully cooked and then tossed in together with other ingredients and a savory sauce that have been separately stir-fried in a wok.

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