What to Serve with Lo Mein (7 Tasty Side Dishes)
The night started out so well. My girlfriend and I had planned to make a romantic dinner at home – just the two of us. We decided on lo mein because it’s one of our favorite dishes.
We went to the store and picked up all of the ingredients we needed. Then, got everything home and started cooking.
But then, things went downhill. The lo mein came out okay, but it was missing something.
It needed a side dish. But what? We didn’t have any rice. And after exerting all of that energy in the kitchen, we didn’t want to order takeout.
What were we going to do?
Fortunately, I had a few ideas that saved the day. Here are the seven best side dishes to serve with lo mein.
Side Dishes for Lo Mein
- Brown Rice
- Garlicky Sesame Broccoli
- Sauteed Cucumber
- Baked Chicken Breast
- Sesame Miso Spinach
- General Tso’s Cauliflower
- Chinese Vegetable Spring Rolls
Brown Rice
Brown rice is the perfect complement to any stir-fry dish. Its nutty and earthy flavor pairs well with the savory sauce of the lo mein.
Plus, it’s a whole grain, so it’s healthy for you! Win-win.
I cook it all the time. In fact, brown rice always used to come to my rescue when I didn’t know what else to make for dinner.
It is very popular, you won’t have any trouble finding it in the store.
Additionally, it works well with other Asian dishes like pad thai and pho. For busy men like me who are always on the go, it’s a great option to have in your back pocket.
Garlicky Sesame Broccoli
This side dish is for garlic lovers out there. I discovered it when I went out to eat a business dinner.
It was so good that I asked the waiter what was in it. He told me it was just broccoli, garlic, and sesame oil.
I was surprised at how simple it was yet still so flavorful.
So, every time I am looking for a way to jazz up my broccoli, I make this dish. It is quick and simple, but most importantly it is delicious.
It’s super easy to make and only requires a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
The best part is, it only takes about 15 minutes to make! So if you’re ever in a pinch, this is a great option.
By the way, I like to top mine with a little bit of soy sauce for extra flavor. The key to this dish is to not overcook the broccoli.