Depending on which takeout menu you’re deliberating over, American-Chinese interpretations of chow mein and lo mein may seem indistinct. But different cooking methods and textures make the two ...

Lo mein and chow mein are Chinese food classics. Fox News Digital spoke to two chefs to decipher the differences and similarities between these two noodle favorites.

Chow mein is stir-fried in a wok. First, the noodles are parboiled or soaked in hot water to soften slightly—however, they’re not fully cooked at this stage.

Shrimp Lo Mein. 1/4 pound fresh or steamed Chinese noodles. 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided use. 1 cup sliced onion. 4 garlic cloves, crushed. 1 tablespoon fresh chopped ginger or 2 teaspoons ...

6 ounces of baby spinach. Directions. Bring 4 quarts of water to boil in a large saucepan. Add the lo mein noodles to the boiling water and cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

Chanda Hopkins/Getty Images. Nutrient Content: Lo mein noodles aren't particularly nutritious, but they can be cooked with meat, veggies and tofu for a more substantial meal. The dish is ...