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Shrimp Lo Mein

A quick and flavorful homemade shrimp lo mein with tender noodles, juicy shrimp, and savory sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz lo mein noodles
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, bell peppers, snow peas
Sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Pot for boiling noodles
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until pink and remove from pan.
  4. Sauté garlic and ginger briefly, then add vegetables and stir-fry until tender-crisp.
  5. Add noodles and sauce to the pan, tossing to coat evenly.
  6. Return shrimp to the pan, toss to combine, and cook until heated through.

Notes

For best texture, avoid overcooking the shrimp and noodles.