Chicken Lo Mein
Chicken Lo Mein is a popular Chinese-American stir-fried noodle dish featuring soft egg noodles tossed with chicken, vegetables like cabbage and carrots, and a savory soy-based sauce. It is a staple of takeout cuisine, known for its satisfying texture and rich, umami flavor profile. The dish originated from Chinese culinary traditions but has been adapted significantly for Western palates.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the noodles and moderate in fat from the cooking oil and sauce, while providing a decent amount of protein from the chicken. A standard serving generally ranges from 800 to 1,100 calories, depending on portion size and the amount of oil used during preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Lo Mein translates literally to 'tossed noodles,' distinguishing it from 'chow mein' which means 'fried noodles,' as Lo Mein noodles are boiled and then mixed with sauce rather than being fried until crispy. It serves as a classic example of culinary adaptation, where traditional Chinese techniques were modified to suit American ingredient availability and flavor preferences.
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