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Shrimp Lo Mein

Shrimp Lo Mein is a takeout favorite that comes together easily and is packed with crisp veggies, soft noodles and a delicious homemade lo mein sauce.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese , American

Ingredients

For the shrimp
  • 1-2 pounds Shrimp I use 21-25 sized shrimp
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
For the sauce
  • 3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup hoisin
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 Tablespoons browning sauce (optional)
For the lomein
  • 1 pound Spaghetti
  • 1/2 white onion sliced
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons ginger chopped fine
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced or chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced or chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup green cabbage shredded thin
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 4 scallions chopped fine

Instructions

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  1. Cook the pasta noodles according to the package instructions.
  2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the sauce by whisking the soy sauce, sugar, hoisin sauce, rice wine vinegar, cornstarch and browning sauce (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Pat the shrimp dry and add to a bowl. Add in cornstarch, baking soda and soy sauce. Toss well to coat the shrimp.
  4. Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok set over medium-high heat until hot. Sear the seasoned shrimp on both sides until they are almost cooked through. Then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add onions, garlic, ginger. Saute until they become fragrant.
  6. Add the peppers, broccoli, green cabbage, carrots, and scallions (or any other veggies you have) to the skillet. Saute until the vegetables are cooked but still crisp.
  7. Add the noodles to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
  8. Add the seared shrimp back to the skillet and toss everything together to ensure the noodles and veggies are evenly coated in the sauce.
  9. Allow the dish to cook for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet before serving.