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20-Minute Shrimp and Broccoli Lo Mein
5 from 24 votes

20-Minute Shrimp and Broccoli Lo Mein

20-Minute Shrimp and Broccoli Lo Mein involves quickly cooked lo mein noodles tossed with sautéed shrimp, broccoli, and red bell peppers in a zesty sauce made from lime juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, sriracha, ginger, and sesame oil. Eggs add soft texture and spiced butter adds depth. This stir-fry yields a bright, mildly spicy, and savory noodle dish suitable for a fast, flavorful meal.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • lo mein noodles 8 oz package; ethnic foods section
  • lime juice juice of 1 large lime, about 2 tablespoons
  • 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons sriracha hot sauce
  • 2 Teaspoons ginger fresh grated
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon, divided
  • 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes crushed
  • 2 egg large, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 pound Shrimp medium, peeled
  • 2 cups broccoli florets frozen, not thawed
  • 1 cup red bell pepper frozen strips, not thawed
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • salt to taste; if needed

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Once the water reaches a rolling boil, add in the lo mein noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes, or according to package instructions.
While you wait for the water to boil, prepare your sauce:
  1. In a small bowl combine the lime juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, sriracha, ginger, and 1 teaspoon of the sesame oil; whisk well to combine. Set aside until needed.
  2. Melt the butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add in the crushed red pepper flakes, then pour in the beaten eggs. Stir gently and cook for about 3 minutes. Once the egg is done cooking, keep the pan on the burner but transfer eggs to a small plate; set aside.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil to the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Add in shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or just until firm and pink. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and transfer to a clean plate; set aside. Add the broccoli and red pepper strips to the pan, increase heat to high, and add in the remaining sesame oil; stir fry until just charred; about 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for one minute, or until fragrant.
  4. Add drained noodles to the skillet along with the cooked egg, shrimp, and prepared sauce. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and stir well, making sure all ingredients are coated with the sauce. Cook for a minute or so, just to ensure all ingredients have been warmed. Serve at once.

Notes

  • Adding sesame seeds at the end adds a contrasting crunch to the lo mein.