Description
Shrimp Lo Mein is a delightful stir-fry dish that combines succulent shrimp, tender lo mein noodles, and colorful vegetables in a savory sauce. Perfect for cozy nights or dinner parties, this recipe is both easy to make and impressive to serve. Each bite is a burst of flavor, bringing restaurant-quality dining to your home. Enjoy the comforting taste of this classic dish while creating lasting memories around the dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds before adding bell peppers and carrots. Cook until softened.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch mixture until smooth. Pour over shrimp and vegetables.
- Toss in cooked noodles and reserved pasta water; mix well until everything is combined and heated through (about 2-3 minutes).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg