Shrimp Lo Mein Recipe
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
329 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Shrimp Lo Mein Recipe
Description
This Shrimp Lo Mein recipe starts by cooking lo mein noodles and rinsing them to halt cooking and remove excess starch. The sauce combines oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, chicken broth, and sesame oil, creating a rich umami glaze. In a hot skillet, garlic is sautéed briefly before shrimp is added and cooked until just opaque. Bok choy and red bell pepper are added for crunch and brightness, then the prepared sauce is incorporated.
The noodles return to the skillet and are tossed to coat evenly with sauce and ingredients. A sprinkle of white sesame seeds adds a subtle crunch and aromatic finish. The mix balances the softness of noodles and shrimp with crisp vegetables and a deep savory sauce.
This dish works well as a standalone meal or paired with steamed rice. It offers a pleasant blend of textures and a moderate spice level from the oyster and soy-based sauce, making it a straightforward shrimp noodle stir-fry.
Ingredients
- 7 oz (200g) lo mein noodles dry
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 8 oz. (230g) Shrimp
- 6 oz. (175g) bok choy sliced
- 8 oz. (175g) red bell pepper sliced
- white sesame seeds
Sauce:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Cook the lo mein according to the package instructions. Rinse with cold water after cooking, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce in a small bowl and stir to combine well. Set aside.
- Heat a skillet over high heat and add the cooking oil. Sauté the garlic, then add the shrimp and stir-fry until the surface turns white. Add the bok choy and red bell pepper, and stir to combine well.
- Add the sauce to the skillet and stir to mix with the ingredients. Transfer the lo mein into the skillet, stir to coat well with the sauce, and combine with the other ingredients. Top the lo mein with white sesame seeds and serve hot.
Notes
- Dry lo mein noodles can be found in the international grocery aisle; McCormick Simply Asia brand is a good option.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2people | |
| Calories | 329kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 285mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 2531mg | 105% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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