If you're looking for the perfect Asian-inspired zoodle lo mein stir fry recipe, look no further.
This is the best zoodle stir fry and it's fast and easy.
What is traditional lo mein?
Lo mein is a Chinese dish containing egg noodles.
Lo mein is often served with beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, or wontons.
Vegetarian lo mein is also delicious.
Chances are, if you’re eating lo main at a restaurant, there’s a lot of carbs in those egg noodles.
How many calories are in lo mein?
There's typically 300-400 calories in a regular lo mein ordered from the restaurant.
This low carb lo mean only has 155 calories.
How many carbs are in lo mein?
Typical lo mein can have up to 50 carbs in a regular lo mein ordered from the restaurant.
This keto lo mein only has 4.2 carbs.
How do I make a Zoodle stir-fry?
To make this healthy zoodle stir-fry low calorie and low carb, simply add your favorite protein or tofu to the recipe after cooking.
What can I substitute for zucchini noodles for a low carb Chinese stir-fry?
If you do not have zucchini noodles or “zoodles” for this recipe, I recommend any of the following:
- Green beans
- Shirataki mushrooms
- Shredded cabbage (also called “egg roll in a bowl”)
- Broccoli florets and a bit of shredded carrot
- Cauliflower fried rice with scrambled egg
Another great way to spice up your Chinese-inspired dishes is to add sweet chili sauce to your stir- fry.
Can I freeze lo mein zoodles?
I do not recommend freezing these zucchini noodles once cooked in the stir-fry sauce.
The zoodles are best if eaten the same day.
How do I make keto stir fry sauce?
It all starts with the thick Asian stir fry sauce.
Mix the stir fry sauce ingredients in a mason jar or air-tight container and shake.
I used the xanthan gum in place of corn starch to make it a keto friendly stir fry sauce.
Careful to not add too much xanthan gum or your sauce will be too thick.
How do I make Asian stir fry zucchini noodles (zoodles)?
First, use a spiralizer to make your zoodles.
Pat them dry with a paper towel and add them to your wok or frying pan.
Next, add in some ground ginger and minced garlic.
Finally, add your sauce to your zoodle stir-fry and mix on medium heat and your zucchini noodles are soft.
What are other ways to make keto lo mein?
- Add other veggies such as broccoli, cabbage cauliflower, green beans, or a teeny bit or peas/carrots
- Make it meaty! Add in grilled steak or chicken.
- Love seafood? Make a shrimp lo mein.
Zoodle Lo Mein Stir Fry
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients:
- ¼ cup sesame or olive oil
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ½ tbsp xanthan gum
Zucchini Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchini, made into spiral zoodles
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp fresh minced garlic
Instructions
- Mix sauce ingredients in a Mason jar or right container with a lid. Shake and place aside.
- Add zoodles and a bit of butter to a wok or pan and add zoodle ingredients.
- Pour sauce over zoodles and mix over medium heat for approximately 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
Nutrition
This recipe was inspired by Build Your Bite's recipe for homemade stir fry sauce.
If you like zoodle lo-mein stir fry, you'll love:
- Mediterranean Shrimp and Zoodles
- Easy Zucchini Lasagna Pinwheels
- Shrimp Stir fry with Shirataki Noodles
- Loaded Buttery Radishes
- Italian Mushrooms
Anne
Good and simple, but way too much sauce IMO, I'd half the sauce next time and slowly pour it in to see if in needed more or less. I added a little red pepper flakes to kick it up a bit, some red onion extra garlic and ginger. overall really good!
Thanks
Jamie
This was good. I added hamburger for protein though I think chicken would be better. I think there was a bit too much xanthan gum, it got a bit gooey. Will cut that in half next time. Good flavor, though. Will make it again!
Emma
Hi, is the carbs in this recipe net carbs? It's a little confusing since it's just labeled carbs, would love some clarification if possible! Thanks!
Tracy L.
Hi there. This was a quick and simple recipe. I added carrots and shrimp. Thanks!
lowcarbquick
Thanks, I'm glad you loved the recipe!
Kris
How can there be 4.2g Carbohydrates with 14g of fiber?
MB
I ran it through my calculator and it showed 8.1 carbs, 2.4 fiber = 5.7 net carbs
lowcarbquick
Hi Kris,
For my recipe cards, I put in the ingredients and use an app called WPRM. I rely on that data to calculate carbs. Sometimes, different calculators show varying amounts. I am, however, grateful for the feedback and glad you stopped by to check out the recipes here at Low Carb Quick.
Happy Cooking,
-Amber
Jess
This was not good at all. The sauce made the noodles gummy-ish, and tasted nothing like lo mein.
lowcarbquick
Hi Jess,
I'm so sorry you didn't enjoy the lo mein zucchini zoodles. Maybe omit the sauce and only add a little next time if that suits your preference. Another option is just add some butter and your favorite seasoning if you prefer a lighter dish. Thanks so much for stopping by and giving it a try!