Shrimp Lo Mein
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
317 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Shrimp Lo Mein
Description
Shrimp Lo Mein incorporates plump shrimp cooked lightly until just pink, mixed with bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, and onions that are sautéed separately to maintain their texture. These ingredients are combined with cooked lo mein noodles and a sauce made by dissolving beef bouillon in hot water and adding sesame oil, soy sauce, and brown sugar for a mild sweet and savory flavor.
The shrimp provide a tender contrast to the crisp sautéed vegetables. The cooking process layers the vegetables into the pan in stages, ensuring each retains its character and color. The combined ingredients tossed with the seasoned sauce coat the noodles with a balanced, mildly sweet glaze.
This Shrimp Lo Mein works well as a satisfying main dish for lunch or dinner. It can be served as is or accompanied by light Asian-inspired sides or garnishes according to preference.
Ingredients
Lo Mein Sauce
- 1/4 cup water hot
- 1 tbsp beef bouillon Better Than Bouillon brand
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
Shrimp Lo Mein
- 8 oz lo mein noodles (cook according to package instructions)
- 1 lb Shrimp (large with tail on)
- 1 carrot large
- 1 bell pepper large
- 2 cups broccoli
- 1 onion large
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
Lo Mein Sauce
- Combine the hot water, beef Better Than Bouillon, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Then, add soy sauce and set aside.
Shrimp Lo Mein
- Dice the carrots, bell pepper, broccoli, and onion into two-inch pieces.
- In a hot skillet with sesame oil, cook the shrimp on medium heat until they are just pink (about 3-5 minutes, depending on size). Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, apply more sesame oil and sauté the onions until golden brown. Remove, then sauté the carrots until softened, followed by bell peppers, then broccoli. Add all the vegetables back to the skillet and press garlic into the mixture.
- Add the cooked shrimp into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the lo mein sauce over the ingredients and simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked noodles and toss everything together. Cook for another minute, then remove from the heat and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 317 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 317kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 191mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 1220mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 2669IU | 53% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 140mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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