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Shrimp Stir-Fry Lo Mein Noodles

Shrimp Stir-Fry Lo Mein Noodles – an easy weeknight meal made with shrimp, shredded carrots, red bell peppers and an authentic, flavorful sauce.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Chinese
Keyword asian noodle recipe, asian recipe easy, chinese noodle recipe
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 335 kcal

Ingredients

  • 3/4 pound fresh pre-cooked lo mein noodles or 8 ounces of dried thin spaghetti noodles
  • 10-12 medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium carrot shredded or cut into matchstick-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into thin long strips
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
  • cooking oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds optional, for garnish
  • chopped fresh cilantro for serving

Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce can substitute with vegetarian oyster flavored sauce
  • 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce can substitute with gluten free tamari or coconut aminos for paleo-friendly version
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese cooking wine or dry sherry omit if you do not already have this in your pantry
  • 1 teaspoon honey or dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or Sriracha sauce optional, to taste

Instructions

  1. If using fresh lo mein noodles, remove from package and separate loosely in a large bowl. If using dried pasta, cook noodles according to package directions, drain well and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients and set aside.

  3. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sear on both sides until slightly pink and almost cooked through (about 2-3 minutes). Add garlic and ginger and saute for 30 seconds, or until fragrant then add carrots and bell peppers and stir until slightly softened about 3 to 5 minutes. Add prepared noodles and sauce; toss and cook until hot and evenly mixed, about 2 minutes more.

  4. Remove from heat and serve with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Shrimp Stir-Fry Lo Mein Noodles
Amount Per Serving (1 bowl (1/4 recipe))
Calories 335 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Cholesterol 37mg12%
Sodium 602mg25%
Potassium 132mg4%
Carbohydrates 67g22%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 3480IU70%
Vitamin C 40.2mg49%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.