Lo Mein
Lo Mein is a popular Chinese dish made with soft wheat noodles stir-fried with vegetables and proteins, often served in a savory sauce. A nutritional highlight is its contribution of essential iron.
Lo Mein is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
👨🍳 Chef's Tip: For optimal flavor and texture, serve Lo Mein immediately after cooking to keep the noodles tender and prevent them from clumping together.
⚠️ Allergen Info: Contains gluten and soy; Healthy Heart Food Service offers gluten-free and soy-free alternatives for those with sensitivities.
💡 Did you know? Lo Mein translates to 'tossed noodles' in Cantonese, reflecting how the dish is prepared by tossing cooked noodles with ingredients and sauce.
🏙️ NYC Connection: In New York City, Lo Mein has become a staple in many Chinese-American restaurants, and it features prominently in school lunch programs, offering students a taste of cultural diversity.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.