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    Home » Recipe » Main Dish » Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein

    Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein

    Published Oct 20, 2014 · Updated Jan 14, 2018 by Ginnie · 15 Comments

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    Skip the takeout and make this Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein instead ... it's ready fast and tastes so delicious!

    Easy Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein recipe … skip the Chinese takeout and make this tasty vegetarian lo mein instead! This easy lo mein recipe is ready fast and packed with veggies (cabbage, broccoli + more), noodles, and a delish sauce. Your whole family will love this homemade vegan lo mein recipe that has none of the junk, but all of the taste of your restaurant fave! | Hello Little Home #lomein #lomeinrecipe #veganlomein #vegetarianlomein #vegetarian #chinesefood #noodles #veganrecipes #stirfry

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    I love Chinese takeout. Who doesn't, really?

    When I lived in San Francisco, I ordered from a place that was wildly inconsistent. Sometimes the food would be amazing, and other times, not-so-good. I always wished that I could figure out which chef was working before placing (or not placing) an order!

    I was hoping for better options in New York, and I've definitely eaten at some great Chinese restaurants since moving here. Once again though, my neighborhood takeout options aren't very good.

    So I'm skipping takeout altogether and creating my own Chinese meals ... this Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein is a favorite!

    Close up of a bowl of tofu lo mein with napkin and chopsticks.

    Lo mein is something I almost never order in restaurants. It just not the most exciting option—it often feels like an after thought—plus, it's usually greasy and bland.

    I love the idea of lo mein though (noodles + veggies = yum!), so I wanted to create a better option.

    My Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein isn't greasy at all. Instead, it's full of colorful vegetables and golden tofu cubes (sub your favorite protein, if desired). And a delicious sauce pulls this tasty veggie lo mein together.

    Best of all, it's super quick. You'll have this easy lo mein with tofu and veggies on the table in the time it takes to cook the noodles. Sounds like the perfect weeknight dinner to me!

    A bowl of veggie lo mein, a napkin, and a pair of chopsticks.

    How to Make Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein

    This tofu lo mein is a recipe you'll want to add to your weekly dinner rotation ... it's that good!

    The recipe is ready in about the time it takes to cook the pasta, so you'll start with the noodles (I use linguine). Once they begin cooking, you'll work on the remaining ingredients.

    The tofu comes first. Saute it until golden in a hot pan, then set it aside and cook the veggies.

    I have a time-saving short cut for the veggies: use a colorful rainbow slaw mix! You can find pre-packaged slaw in most grocery stores. This simple trick means there's no chopping, slicing, or dicing required, but your lo mein will still be packed with veggies!

    A bowl of veggie lo mein with tofu.

    Once the slaw has cooked (it only takes a few minutes), you'll combine the tofu, veggies, and noodles.

    The finishing touch is a yummy soy-based sauce, that's a combination of vegetable broth, soy sauce (I like Kikkoman), rice vinegar, sriracha (add as much or as little as you prefer), sesame oil, and cornstarch.

    This wonderful sauce coats everything perfectly and brings the whole dish together.

    Give this Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein recipe a try soon ... it's a dinner your family will request over and over again!

     

    Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein recipe in a bowl.
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    Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein

    Skip the takeout and make this Vegetable Tofu Lo Main instead ... it takes minutes to prepare and is so delicious!
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Chinese
    Servings: 4 to 6 people
    Calories: 558kcal
    Author: Ginnie

    Ingredients

    For Noodles

    • 1 pound linguine

    For Sauce

    • â…” cup vegetable broth
    • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon seasoned rice wine vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 1 tablespoon corn starch

    For Lo Mein

    • 1 (14-ounce) package extra firm tofu
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
    • 1 (12-ounce) package rainbow slaw mix (see note for substitution)
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced

    Instructions

    • Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil.
    • Add linguine and cook until al dente (do not overcook). Drain in a colander.
    • While linguine is cooking, prep sauce by combining vegetable broth, soy sauce, vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.
    • Cut tofu into ½-inch thick cubes.
    • Place tofu on a few layers of paper towel in a single layer. Cover with more paper towel and press, drawing out as much water as possible.
    • Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add tofu to pan and gently stir until covered with oil.
    • Cook tofu, flipping when golden brown, until browned on most sides. It will take about 15 minutes.
      Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein: Browning Tofu | Hello Little Home #Chinese #vegetarian #vegan #recipe
    • Transfer tofu to a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with a little salt and set aside.
    • Return pan to medium-high heat. (There should be some olive oil left in the pan, but if not, add another teaspoon or two.)
    • Add onion to pan and cook, stirring frequently, until browned.
    • Stir slaw into onion; season lightly with salt. Cook until the slaw starts to wilt, then reduce heat to medium.
    • When pan has cooled slightly, stir in garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds to 1 minute).
    • Stir tofu into vegetables.
      Combining the tofu and veggies for the lo mein
    • Add drained linguine to pan.
    • Give sauce a quick stir and pour into pan.
    • Using a pair of tongs (or two spoons), mix together noodles, vegetables, and tofu until sauce coats ingredients. Remove from heat.
    • Serve lo mein hot. Enjoy!

    Notes

    If you cannot find rainbow slaw, you can substitute a package of regular slaw OR a mix of shredded cabbage and finely chopped veggies, like carrots and broccoli.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 558kcal
    Did you make this recipe?I love seeing what you're cooking! Leave a comment below, or tag @HelloLittleHome or #hellolittlehome on Instagram!

    Love this Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein Recipe?

    If you enjoyed this lo mien with tofu and veggies, you'll like these recipes, too:

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    Easy Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein recipe … skip the Chinese takeout and make this tasty vegetarian lo mein instead! This easy lo mein recipe is ready fast and packed with veggies (cabbage, broccoli + more), noodles, and a delish sauce. Your whole family will love this homemade vegan lo mein recipe that has none of the junk, but all of the taste of your restaurant fave! | Hello Little Home #lomein #lomeinrecipe #veganlomein #vegetarianlomein #vegetarian #chinesefood #noodles #veganrecipes #stirfry

    What is your go to Chinese takeout order?

    P.S. By the way, if you're looking for great Chinese food in New York City, take a day trip to Flushing, Queens. My all-time fave NYC Chinese restaurant is Xi'an Famous Foods (they also have locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn), and the dumplings at Tianjin Dumpling House are super delicious and filling, too. After you eat, visit Flushing Meadows Corona Park to walk off your meal!

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    Kendra
    9 years ago

    Just made this for my family and they loved it! my mom asked why didn't I double the recipe 🙂

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    Steve Lassoff
    10 years ago

    This sounds good! I am sharing this on pinterest.

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    Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen
    10 years ago

    Love this, Ginnie, it's so healthy and yummy! I've actually just started to do a bit more cooking with tofu! I've had it with some Thai takeout a few times and decided I should start buying it to make at home. I think your recipe will be on the menu soon! 🙂

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    Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com
    10 years ago

    This looks so delicious! And much healthier than takeout 🙂 Would love to invite you to link up with us at our party on my blog please 🙂 Have a great weekend!

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    Deborah Smikle-Davis
    10 years ago

    Yum! This is my kind of healthy comfort food! Thank you so much for sharing this healthy and delicious Vegetable Tofu Lo Mein recipe at the Plant-Based Potluck Party Blog Hop! I sincerely appreciate it.

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    My Creative Days
    10 years ago

    My family loves lo mein noodles. This looks a lot healthier than what we pick up though. It looks really good! Thanks for sharing on Show Me Saturday!

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    Joanne T Ferguson
    10 years ago

    G'day! Thanks for sharing at our #SayGdayParty! Please make sure to revisit if you haven't already and say G'day to the hosts and someone else at the party! Cheers! Joanne @ What's On The List Pinned

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    threekidsandafish
    10 years ago

    This lo mein looks so delicious! I love the slaw and tofu making this dish a nice meal! Saying hello from nifty thrifty things!
    Cathy

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    viedelavegan
    10 years ago

    Hahaha I love it "takeout fake out"! This lo mein looks absolutely delicious 🙂 my favourite Chinese dish would be sweet & sour veg although I don't think I have ever bought it from a Chinese takeaway..it's always "fake outs" here lol.

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    Winnie
    10 years ago

    Wowwww
    It looks soooooooooo inviting !!
    I LOVE tofu and always look for new recipes to try
    Thanks!

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    Giovanna @ Love, Thyme and Honey
    10 years ago

    This looks amazing and I'm always interested in meals that involve tofu! Pinned! 🙂

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    Laura
    10 years ago

    This sounds delicious. I am definitely pinning. xo Laura

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    Joy @ Joy Love Food
    10 years ago

    Yummmm, I love a good tofu lo mein. Since moving from NYC to a little New England town I definitely do miss the wonderful take out options we had there. One of my favorite Chinese takeout orders was Mapo Dofu. I will have to give this one a try, pinning!

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    Linda and Alex @ Veganosity
    10 years ago

    Haha! I had Chinese take out last night, I was too lazy to cook. This looks fabulous. Tofu, broccoli, and noodles, yes please!

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    Ginnie
    10 years ago
    Reply to  Linda and Alex @ Veganosity

    I know that feeling too well;) Ha ha!

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