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Ingredients
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Noodles
Water
Salt
Method
Cooking Noodles
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water to enhance the flavor of the noodles.
- 3
Cook Noodles
Add the 8 oz of Lo Mein noodles to the boiling water, stirring gently to separate any strands that may stick together.
- 4
Boil Noodles
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes, until they are soft and chewy.
- 5
Drain Noodles
Once cooked, carefully drain the noodles in a colander to remove excess water.
Serving
- 6
Plate Noodles
Transfer the drained Lo Mein noodles to a serving dish and fluff them gently with a fork to separate any remaining strands.
- 7
Optional Serving Suggestions
Serve the plain Lo Mein noodles as is, or with a drizzle of soy sauce, sesame oil, or your favorite toppings.
