Here’s a classic shrimp lo mein recipe that’s easy to make and delicious. It combines succulent shrimp with noodles, vegetables, and a savory sauce for a satisfying meal.
Shrimp Lo Mein
Ingredients:
- For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- For the lo mein:
- 8 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 4 green onions, chopped (whites and greens separated)
- Sesame seeds and chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, chicken or vegetable broth, and sugar. Set aside.
- Cook the noodles: Cook lo mein noodles or spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the shrimp: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add garlic and ginger, and sautΓ© for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell pepper, snow peas, carrots, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine and finish: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add the cooked noodles and the prepared sauce. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with the green parts of the green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot.
Enjoy your homemade shrimp lo mein!
