Shrimp Lo Mein
Shrimp Lo Mein is a delicious and savory noodle dish that combines tender shrimp with colorful vegetables and a flavorful sauce. This recipe balances the richness of shrimp with a mix of fresh ingredients and seasonings, offering a perfect weeknight meal that comes together quickly.
The star of the dish is medium shrimp, which is light and protein-rich, adding a delicate seafood flavor. Shrimp cooks quickly, making it ideal for stir-fry dishes like lo mein.
The sauce for the lo mein is built around a blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Soy sauce provides the salty, umami base, while hoisin sauce adds a hint of sweetness and depth. Brown sugar enhances the sweetness, balancing the savory notes. A small amount of water helps thin the sauce, making it easy to coat the noodles. Sesame oil lends a nutty aroma, which pairs beautifully with the shrimp and veggies.
For the noodles, fine egg noodles are used to create the signature lo mein texture. These noodles are soft and absorb the flavors of the sauce while maintaining a satisfying bite.
The vegetable component comes from a mix of coleslaw, which includes crunchy cabbage and carrots for texture and freshness, and red bell pepper, which adds a sweet, vibrant contrast. Garlic and ginger add aromatic heat and zest, elevating the overall flavor of the dish.
A drizzle of olive oil helps sauté the shrimp and vegetables, ensuring everything cooks evenly while adding a subtle richness to the dish. Together, these ingredients create a harmonious, flavorful, and satisfying shrimp lo mein.
- Serves: 6 People
- Prep Time: 15
- Cooking: 31 min
- Difficulties: medium
Ingredients
For Cooking
- 1LB medium shrimp (peeled, deveined, and tails removed)
- 1/2cup soy sauce
- 1TBSP brown sugar
- 3TBSP water
- 3TBSP hoisin sauce
- 1TBSP sesame oil
- 5oz fine egg noodles
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 14oz bag of coleslaw mix
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2tsp drizzle of olive oil
For Dressing
Nutritional Information
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Calories per serving
965 -
Total Fat 26.2g
34% -
Saturated Fat 4.7g
23% -
Cholesterol 113mg
38% -
Sodium 1418mg
62% -
Total Carbohydrate 160.7g
58% -
Dietary Fiber 14.8g
53% -
Total Sugars 42.9g
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Protein 27.8g
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Vitamin D 0mcg
0% -
Calcium 308mg
24% -
Iron 11mg
61% -
Potassium 1049mg
22%
Procedure
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2minMark As Complete
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, water, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Set the sauce aside for later.
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10minMark As Complete
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
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10minMark As Complete
Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, but do not rinse them, to help the sauce stick better.
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4minMark As Complete
In the same skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil. Stir-fry the coleslaw mix and diced red bell pepper until they begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
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30secMark As Complete
Add the minced ginger and garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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2minMark As Complete
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the sauce mixture. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the shrimp to fully cook and absorb the flavors.
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2minMark As Complete
Finally, stir in the cooked egg noodles and toss everything together until the noodles are fully coated and well combined. Serve hot and enjoy!
