{"id":"e80e95a6-224c-4b8b-9a36-7a9e382e36eb","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/e80e95a6-224c-4b8b-9a36-7a9e382e36eb","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a69673878/kung-pao-beef-lo-mein/","title":"Kung Pao Beef Lo Mein","description":"This Kung Pao Beef Lo Mein combines two takeout classics to create a stir-fry with caramelized beef and a glossy sauce that's rich in flavor and numbing spice.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4 - 6 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT40M","ingredients":[{"text":"1 large egg white","item":"large egg white","quantity":1},{"text":"1 lb. flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain","item":"flank steak","quantity":1,"unit":"lb","preparation":"thinly sliced against the grain"},{"text":"4 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided","item":"reduced-sodium soy sauce","quantity":4,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"4 tsp. cornstarch, divided","item":"cornstarch","quantity":4,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"4 tsp. Shaoxing wine, dry sherry, or mirin, divided","item":"Shaoxing wine, dry sherry, or mirin","quantity":4,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"1 (10-oz.) pkg. lo mein noodles","item":"(10-oz.) pkg. lo mein noodles","quantity":1},{"text":"3 tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. Chinese black vinegar or rice wine vinegar","item":"plus 1 1/2 tsp. Chinese black vinegar or rice wine vinegar","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3 tbsp. granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp. kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp. MSG (optional)","item":"MSG","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"4 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided","item":"vegetable oil","quantity":4,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"6 dried chiles (such as Sichuan er jing tiao or chiles de árbol), seeds removed, cut into 1/4\" pieces","item":"dried chiles (such as Sichuan er jing tiao or chiles de árbol), seeds removed, cut into 1/4\" pieces","quantity":6},{"text":"1 c. roasted, unsalted peanuts","item":"roasted, unsalted peanuts","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/2 tsp. Sichuan peppercorns or freshly ground black pepper","item":"Sichuan peppercorns or freshly ground black pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped","item":"red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed","quantity":1,"preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"1 (1\") piece fresh ginger, peeled, grated (about 1 Tbsp.)","item":"(1\") piece fresh ginger, peeled, grated","quantity":1,"preparation":"about 1 Tbsp."},{"text":"5 garlic cloves, grated","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":5,"preparation":"grated"},{"text":"4 scallions, white and pale green parts cut into 1\" pieces, dark green parts thinly sliced","item":"scallions, white and pale green parts cut into 1\" pieces, dark green parts thinly sliced","quantity":4}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a medium bowl, mix egg white, steak, 1 Tbsp. soy sauce, 2 tsp. cornstarch, and 1 tsp. wine. Cover and let sit at room temperature at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour."},{"number":2,"text":"Meanwhile, cook lo mein according to package directions. Drain; set aside."},{"number":3,"text":"In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, salt, MSG (if using), and remaining 3 Tbsp. soy sauce, 3 tsp. wine, and 2 tsp. cornstarch."},{"number":4,"text":"In a large wok or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, heat 3 Tbsp. oil. Arrange half of beef in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining beef; pour any juices over."},{"number":5,"text":"Reduce heat to medium-low and heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in wok. Add chiles, peanuts, and peppercorns. Cook, stirring often, until chiles are slightly darkened and peanuts are golden, about 1 minute."},{"number":6,"text":"Add bell pepper, ginger, garlic, and white and pale green scallion parts. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant and vegetables begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes."},{"number":7,"text":"Add sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring, until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Return beef and any accumulated juices to wok and toss to combine. Add reserved lo mein and cook, tossing constantly, until glossy."},{"number":8,"text":"Remove from heat. Top with dark green scallion parts."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:58:01.7709+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:58:01.7709+00:00"}