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Shrimp Lo Mein

Savory Shrimp Lo Mein: Quick Comfort Food in 30 Minutes

Shrimp Lo Mein is a quick, easy, and delicious at-home takeout alternative.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp and Marinade
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing rice wine for authenticity
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil vegetable or canola
For the Noodles and Veggies
  • 8 ounces lo mein noodles fresh egg noodles
  • 2 cups napa cabbage or bok choy or spinach
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 1 medium carrot julienned
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 2 stalks green onion cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce for umami richness
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil for drizzling

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • wok or non-stick pan
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Shrimp Lo Mein
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with cornstarch, Shaoxing rice wine, salt, and neutral oil. Toss together and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and granulated sugar until dissolved.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the marinated shrimp for 30 seconds to 2 minutes, remove with a slotted spoon. Add lo mein noodles and cook, adding vegetables in the last 30 seconds. Drain everything.
  4. Heat a wok or pan over medium-high heat with neutral oil. Stir-fry minced garlic for 15 to 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the drained noodles, blanched vegetables, and a splash of Shaoxing rice wine. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Gently fold in the shrimp and sauce, stir-fry for another 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and toss in chopped green onions before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately and enjoy fresh flavors.

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