Quick & Easy Shrimp Lo Mein
About this recipe
This Quick & Easy Shrimp Lo Mein is a homemade twist on a classic takeout favorite, packed with vibrant veggies and flavorful shrimp. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up this dish that not only tastes great but also allows you to control the ingredients for a healthier meal.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its flexibility; you can customize it with whatever vegetables you have on hand. Plus, using extra-large shrimp ensures a satisfying bite, unlike the often flavorless shrimp found in takeout versions.
Ingredient notes
- Use 1 cup of baby bok choy for less or 2 cups for more.
- Use 1 cup of shiitake mushrooms for less or 2 cups for more.
- Use extra-large shrimp for best results.
- If lo mein noodles are unavailable, use spaghetti instead.
Tips from Mr. Make It Happen’s video
- Slice the carrot on a bias to create matchsticks for even cooking.
- Make sure to dry the shrimp thoroughly after washing to achieve nice color when cooking.
- Whisk the cornstarch with chicken broth until well incorporated to thicken the sauce effectively.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe yield?
- This recipe yields 4 servings.
- What type of noodles can I use for this recipe?
- You can use spaghetti if lo mein noodles are unavailable.
- How long does it take to prepare this dish?
- The total time to prepare this dish is 30 minutes.
- What should I do if I can't find extra-large shrimp?
- You can grab whatever shrimp you can find at the grocery store, but extra-large shrimp are recommended for best results.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Mr. Make It Happen: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Prepare the vegetables: peel and slice the carrot on a bias into matchsticks, chop the baby bok choy into bite-size pieces, clean and cut shiitake mushrooms into bite-size pieces, and dice the yellow onion.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine chicken broth and cornstarch, whisking until well incorporated.
- 3
Add oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic paste, ginger paste, and liquid smoke to the bowl, whisking to combine.
- 4
Set the sauce aside and prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining them, then wash them in cold water and dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- 5
Season the shrimp with your choice of seasoning blend, salt, and pepper.
- 6
Boil spaghetti or lo mein noodles according to package instructions, ensuring to salt the water.
- 7
In a wok, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium heat, then add the seasoned shrimp and cook until they are about 3/4 cooked through.
- 8
Remove the shrimp from the wok and set aside.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- Used 1-2 cups for bok choy and shiitake mushrooms based on the caption's range.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Mr. Make It Happen’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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