Seafood Lo Mein
Seafood Lo Mein is a popular Chinese-American stir-fried noodle dish featuring soft wheat noodles tossed with a savory sauce and a variety of seafood like shrimp, scallops, and squid. It typically includes vegetables such as bok choy, bean sprouts, and carrots, and is a staple in Chinese takeout restaurants across North America.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the noodles and moderate in protein from the seafood, with a notable amount of fat from the stir-frying oil and sauce. A typical serving can range from 500 to 800 calories, providing key nutrients like selenium from the seafood and some fiber from the vegetables.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 58 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 µg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 µg |
| Selenium | 35 µg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
Per 1 typical serving (about 300 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 comfort food icon. Nutritionally, the seafood offers a lean protein source rich in omega-3 fatty acids, though the overall dish's healthiness can vary widely based on sauce and oil usage.
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