How to Make the Best Copycat P.F. Changs Lo Mein Ever

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If you are obsessed with P.F.Chang’s lo Mein, this copycat recipe is easy, fresh, less expensive, and every bit as delicious as the real thing!

How to Make the Best Copycat P.F.Chang's Lo Mein Ever

Every time the family eats at P.F.Changs, we usually order a lo Mein to pass around the table. It is a great side to fill folks up (especially when guys are in the mix), and the mixture of textures, colors, and flavors is incredible. This is one dish that I consider “worth it” when I decide to indulge in pasta. Loaded with vegetables and protein, it is one of the better options for sure.

What is P.F. Chang’s signature lo Mein?

This popular dish is made of egg noodles, mushrooms, Asian vegetables, and a savory soy sauce. Protein options are Vegetable, Chicken, Beef, Pork, Shrimp, or a combination of any of these.

What is the difference between chow Mein and lo Mein?

Both noodles are made from wheat flour and egg. The main difference between chow mein and lo mein noodles is the texture of the noodles. Chow Mein noodles are fried to a crisp texture whereas lo Mein noodles are soft. 

What ingredients are used to make lo Mein?

The ingredients used to make lo Mein will likely contain a few items you won’t normally have on hand. The good thing is that most ingredients can be found on two aisles~produce and condiments. The breakdown follows.

  • Produce aisle: Snow peas, carrots, green onion, garlic, colored peppers, fresh ginger, cremini mushrooms, and Lo Mein noodles. I looked for Lo Mein noodles forever and finally found them smack dab in the middle of the produce, located in the green onion, garlic, snow peas area. Note: these noodles are fresh and will have a sell-by date which you may want to check before buying.
  • Condiments aisle: You’ll want to head to the condiments aisle to buy soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha (aka Rooster Sauce). Don’t skip this savvy condiment; you can use this for so many things. Often called the “crack condiment,” it is the gold standard of sriracha sauce.

The assorted vegetables add fabulous color, texture and flavor to this dish. Best of all, they are the healthiest part of the entire dish. 

How to Make the Best Copycat P.F.Chang's Lo Mein Ever

What skillet or wok is best for making lo Mein?

If you love making stir fry dishes like this one, you’ll probably want to invest in a wok. This top rated wok on amazon is less than $40 and has over 3,500 reviews.  For this price, you’ll definitely get) your money’s worth, and the large size and sloped sides will make stir-frying an easier (less messy) task.

NOTE: I usually double (or triple) the sauce to serve extra on the side. Most of my people always reach for extra to pour over their lo Mein.

If you try this Lo Mein, I’d love to hear what you think! If you are a fan of the P.F. Chang’s version, I’d love to know how you think this recipe compares. As always, thanks so much for stopping by.  Be blessed, and stay savvy!!!

How to Make the Best Copycat P.F.Chang's Lo Mein Ever

How to Make the Best Copycat P.F.Chang's Lo Mein Ever

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • LO MEIN
  • 8 ounces lo mein noodles*
  • 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2-3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 red, orange or yellow bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 cup snow peas
  • SAUCE
  • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce, or more, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sriracha, or more, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, ginger and Sriracha; set aside.
  2. In a large pot of boiling water, cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions; drain well.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat.
  4. Add snow peas; cook several minutes.
  5. Add garlic, mushrooms, bell pepper and carrot.
  6. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Stir in egg noodles and soy sauce mixture, and gently toss to combine.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

Sauce may be doubled or tripled and served in a bowl alongside the lo Mein.

Nutrition Information
Yield 12 Serving Size 8 oz
Amount Per Serving Calories 78Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 0mgSodium 281mgCarbohydrates 12gFiber 2gSugar 4gProtein 3g

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10 Comments

  1. Follow up: I used Walmart frozen stir fry veggies, cooked in wok with a little oil till cooked, then added P f Chang bottled sauce and cooked speg. Mixed all , it was delicious, and easy. I love shortcuts with good results.

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  3. Hi Brooke! I totally agree about the sauce; I think doubling it would be best (or using less noodles). Thank you for taking time to comment!! XoXo

  4. Really enjoyed this! Not a huge fan of ginger so I would have added a little less ginger. I would have also made either less noodles or more sauce as I felt that the noodles could have used just a bit more sauce. Still super good and I will make it again for sure!!

  5. The best, budget-friendly takeout recipes you can easily make right at home. So easy, these dishes are practically fool-proof!

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