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Quick Shrimp Lo Mein
20 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
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Quick Shrimp Lo Mein

75% authentic · Chinese-American

A faster, simplified version of Lo Mein, perfect for weeknights, using readily available shrimp and pre-cut vegetables for convenience.

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Ingredients

  • Lo mein noodles12 ounces
  • Shrimp, peeled and deveined1 pound
  • Broccoli florets2 cups
  • Bell pepper (any color), sliced1 cup
  • Garlic, minced2 cloves
  • Soy sauce1/4 cup
  • Hoisin sauce2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil1 tablespoon
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Sesame seeds1 teaspoon

Steps

  1. 1

    Cook lo mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil.

  3. 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

  4. 4

    Add shrimp and stir-fry until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from wok.

  5. 5

    Add broccoli florets and bell pepper slices to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.

  6. 6

    Return shrimp to the wok. Add the cooked noodles and the sauce mixture. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

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