Description
This Shrimp Lo Mein recipe combines tender shrimp, fresh vegetables, and perfectly cooked noodles tossed in a flavorful soy and oyster sauce mixture. With caramelized onions and a balance of savory and sweet flavors, it’s an easy yet impressive dish that rivals takeout favorites.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar (plus more for onions)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (plus more for pasta water)
- 4 baby bok choy (cut into 1-inch pieces and rinsed thoroughly)
- 2 small carrots (cut into matchsticks)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 4 green onions (thinly sliced)
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil (divided)
- 8 ounces Lo Mein noodles (or spaghetti)
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar in a bowl and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions along with ¼ teaspoon salt and a pinch of sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 25 minutes until the onions are deeply golden brown and sweet.
- Cook the Noodles: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the Lo Mein noodles or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp and Garlic: Using the same wok, add the shrimp and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just cooked through and curl up. Transfer the shrimp mixture to a plate and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon avocado oil to the wok. Stir-fry the bok choy pieces and carrot matchsticks for 2 minutes. Pour in the vegetable broth, cover the wok, and let the vegetables steam for 2 more minutes until they are crisp-tender.
- Combine All Ingredients: Return the shrimp and caramelized onions to the wok. Add the cooked noodles, prepared sauce, and black pepper. Stir-fry everything together for 2 minutes so the noodles absorb the sauce and flavors meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the thinly sliced green onions over the top for freshness and serve the Shrimp Lo Mein hot immediately.
Notes
- This Shrimp Lo Mein recipe is quick and easy, perfect for a weeknight meal and tastes just as good as takeout.
- Caramelizing the onions adds a deep, sweet flavor that elevates the dish.
- Lo Mein noodles can be swapped with spaghetti or any egg noodle available.
- Adjust the sugar level in the sauce to your taste preference for sweetness.
- For a spicier version, add a teaspoon of chili flakes or a splash of chili oil when stir-frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 279 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1187 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.003 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 122 mg
