Chow Mein vs. Lo Mein: What’s the Difference Between These Noodle Dishes?



Chow mein vs. lo mein: What is the difference?

Both of these noodle dishes are Chinese in origin and made with egg noodles (plus a combination of vegetables and sometimes meat or seafood), but their similarities stop there. Chow mein, or chāu-mèn, translates to stir-fried noodles. Lo mein, lāo miàn, means stirred noodles. So, the biggest difference is in how they’re cooked.

What type of noodles are used in each dish?

Chow mein and lo mein are both made with egg noodles, which contain wheat flour and eggs, just like Italian pasta. Lo mein is best made with fresh noodles, and chow mein can be made with either fresh or dried noodles. The noodles are usually about an eighth of an inch thick (slightly thicker than spaghetti) and have a smooth surface and toothsome texture.

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