Brussels Sprouts and Shiitake Lo Mein

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Brussels Sprouts and Shiitake Lo Mein
30 min.
6
228kcal

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If you’re looking for a delightful dish that’s not only healthy but also bursting with flavor, look no further than our Brussels Sprouts and Shiitake Lo Mein! This vibrant, vegetarian delight is perfect for any occasion—whether you're entertaining guests or simply enjoying a cozy night in. With its beautiful medley of fresh vegetables and umami-rich shiitake mushrooms, this dish is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.

Rich in nutrition and flavor, this recipe brings together the crispy crunch of Brussels sprouts and the tender texture of bean sprouts, all intricately tossed with chewy egg noodles. Complemented by garlic and finished with a splash of soy sauce, each bite is packed with a satisfying combination of tastes that will make you want more. Plus, it’s dairy-free and ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings.

The preparation is straightforward and can easily be adjusted according to what’s in your pantry. Not only will it leave your taste buds dancing, but it also offers a wholesome balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbs—making it a dish that fuels as much as it pleases the palate. Dive into this colorful bowl of goodness and discover how easy it is to create restaurant-quality meals at home!

Ingredients

  • pound brussels sprouts trimmed halved
  • ounce shiitake mushrooms dried
  • ounces extra wide egg noodles dried thin
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  •  spring onion sliced
  • cups mung bean sprouts rinsed
  • servings soya sauce 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable stock 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper white
  • 0.5 small onion yellow sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • wok

Directions

  1. Put mushrooms in a heatproof bowl. Bring a medium saucepan filled with water to a boil. Ladle 2 cups water over mushrooms and let sit until very soft, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Add noodles to pan and cook until tender, about 6 minutes.
  3. Drain and set aside.
  4. Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
  5. Add brussels sprouts and onion and cook 3 minutes.
  6. Drain mushrooms and squeeze out any excess liquid, then add to wok. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to soften and brussels sprouts are bright green, about 3 minutes.
  7. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in seasonings and broth and cook until most of liquid is gone, about 3 minutes.
  8. Add remaining 2 tbsp. oil and the noodles, tossing to coat, and cook until hot, about 2 minutes.
  9. Add bean sprouts and cook just until warm.
  10. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with green onions.
  11. Serve with soy sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories228kcal
Protein14.65%
Fat38.28%
Carbs47.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.5
Glycemic Load
7.44
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.911739206832%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
2.49mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.86mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.64kcal
11.38%
Fat:10.3g
15.85%
Saturated Fat:1.69g
10.56%
Carbohydrates:28.5g
9.5%
Net Carbohydrates:23.42g
8.52%
Sugar:4.38g
4.87%
Cholesterol:15.88mg
5.29%
Sodium:1110.48mg
48.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.87g
17.74%
Vitamin K:170.37µg
162.26%
Vitamin C:70.64mg
85.62%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.52%
Selenium:18.88µg
26.97%
Copper:0.45mg
22.27%
Folate:87.41µg
21.85%
Fiber:5.08g
20.33%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.23%
Vitamin B5:1.66mg
16.57%
Phosphorus:159.23mg
15.92%
Potassium:527.51mg
15.07%
Vitamin A:670.84IU
13.42%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.25%
Vitamin B3:2.63mg
13.17%
Iron:2.36mg
13.12%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.05%
Magnesium:50.93mg
12.73%
Vitamin E:1.54mg
10.25%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.7%
Calcium:54.07mg
5.41%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.61%
Source:My Recipes