Beef and Shrimp Lo Mein

• beef tenderloin↗1 1⁄2 lbs

  cubed

• large shrimp↗1 1⁄2 lbs

  peeled and deveined

• peanut oil1⁄4 cup
• carrot↗1 cup

  cut into strips

• red onion↗1 cup

  slices

• garlic↗2 tablespoons

  chopped

• water chestnut1 cup

  sliced

• teriyaki sauce↗1⁄2 cup
• beef broth↗1 1⁄2 cups
• cornstarch↗2 tablespoons
• sesame oil↗1 teaspoon
• blanched green beans1⁄2 lb
• red bell pepper↗1

  sliced

• yellow bell pepper↗1

  sliced

• lemons↗2

  juice of

• parsley (for garnish)↗
• green onion (for garnish)↗
• tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (to garnish)↗2
• lb lo mein noodles↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Season beef and shrimp with salt and white pepper lightly.

2. 2

   In a heavy saute pan or pot, pour in oil and heat up very hot. Put in shrimp and beef - saute one minute.

3. 3

   Add carrots, onions, garlic, and water chestnuts. Continue to saute for 2 minutes, then add Teriyaki sauce and mix.

4. 4

   Sprinkle sifted cornstarch and stir on lower to medium heat.

5. 5

   Add broth and sesame oil and let thicken.

6. 6

   Add green beans, bell peppers, and lemon juice. Mix well.

7. 7

   Finish with green onions and parsley.

8. 8

   Pour over Lo Mein noodles and finish with toasted sesame seeds.