Description
Rich and savory shrimp lo mein delivers a classic Chinese noodle dish packed with succulent seafood and crisp vegetables. Quick stir-frying creates a delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes that satisfies your craving for authentic Asian cuisine.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Lo Mein Ingredients
Main Protein:
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 4 baby bok choy, cut into 1-inch pieces and rinsed well
- 2 small carrots, cut into matchsticks
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar, plus extra for caramelizing onions
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus extra for pasta water
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar in a bowl until thoroughly blended, creating a harmonious sauce mixture for later use.
- In a large wok, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Introduce sliced onions with a sprinkle of salt and sugar, gently caramelizing for approximately 25 minutes until they develop a rich, golden-brown color.
- During onion cooking, prepare noodles in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process and prevent sticking.
- Using the same wok, sauté shrimp and minced garlic together for 3-4 minutes, cooking until shrimp transform to a pink hue and curl slightly. Transfer the aromatic shrimp-garlic-onion mixture to a separate plate.
- Add remaining oil to the wok and quickly stir-fry bok choy and carrots for 2 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth, cover, and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes to achieve crisp-tender vegetables.
- Reunite noodles, shrimp mixture, and prepared sauce in the wok. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes, allowing noodles to absorb the flavorful sauce. Garnish with freshly sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- Optimize caramelization by using a wide, heavy-bottomed pan to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning.
- Swap shrimp for tofu or chicken to accommodate different dietary preferences and protein needs.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium soy sauce and adjusting salt quantity for health-conscious individuals.
- Enhance vegetable variety by incorporating seasonal or alternative produce like bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas for added nutrition and flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg