Pork and Vegetable Lo Mein

Pork and Vegetable Lo Mein recipe videos

Pork and Vegetable Lo Mein is a classic Chinese-American stir-fry dish featuring soft egg noodles tossed with sliced pork, crisp vegetables like bok choy and carrots, and a savory soy-based sauce. It's a staple of takeout menus, known for its satisfying mix of textures and umami flavor.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the noodles, with a moderate amount of protein from the pork and a good source of fiber and vitamins from the vegetables. A standard serving usually ranges from 500 to 700 calories, depending on the sauce and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	980 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin A	250 IU
Calcium	60 mg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Lo Mein represents the adaptation of Chinese cooking techniques to Western ingredients and tastes, becoming a symbol of culinary fusion. Nutritionally, it offers a balanced one-pot meal, though the sodium content in the sauce can be quite high.