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Published: May 12, 2021 Last Modified: May 12, 2021 By Sara 13 Comments

Shrimp Lo Mein

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This shrimp lo mein is succulent shrimp with vegetables and egg noodles, all tossed together in a savory sauce.

This shrimp lo mein is succulent shrimp with vegetables and egg noodles, all tossed together in a savory sauce. A take out classic that’s quick and easy to make at home, and always gets rave reviews.

When I’m looking to recreate my family’s favorite Asian style dishes, I turn to recipes such as honey chicken, beef chow mein and this delicious shrimp lo mein.

This shrimp lo mein is succulent shrimp with vegetables and egg noodles, all tossed together in a savory sauce. This shrimp lo mein is succulent shrimp with vegetables and egg noodles, all tossed together in a savory sauce.

A pan of shrimp lo mein with tongs serving up a portion.

I always have to order shrimp lo mein when I go to our local Chinese restaurant. I just love those noodles paired with fresh veggies and flavorful shrimp! I’ve since learned to make this dish at home, and it’s actually quite easy to put together.

HOW DO YOU MAKE SHRIMP LO MEIN?

The first step to this dish is to place onions, carrots, celery and cabbage in the pan. Cook the veggies until they’re soft, then add a little garlic. Remove the veggies from the pan and cover to keep warm. Add the shrimp to the pan, and cook until they’re just done. Return the vegetables to the pan along with fresh noodles. In a separate bowl, make the sauce by whisking together chicken broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil and a little corn starch. Pour the sauce in the pan and bring the sauce to a simmer until thickened. Finish the dish with sliced green onions, then serve immediately and enjoy!

Bowls of ingredients including shrimp, noodles and vegetables.

TIPS FOR THE PERFECT DISH

  • I purchased fresh egg noodles at my local Asian market that were labled as Shanghai noodles and it came from the refrigerated section of my local Asian market. If you can find noodles that are labeled “lo mein” noodles, those will also work. Any fresh, long noodle should be ok. In a pinch, you can also use spaghetti or fresh yakisoba noodles which can be found in the produce section of most grocery stores.
  • Look for medium to large sized shrimp for this recipe; I typically use 31 to 40 count or 41 to 50 count. If your shrimp are frozen, thaw them before you proceed with the cooking process.
  • This dish will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. You can reheat leftovers on the stove top over low heat or in the microwave.
  • Lo mein contains hoisin sauce, which is a sweet and savory Asian condiment. You can find this sauce in the ethnic foods aisle of most grocery stores
  • Make sure to peel and devein your shrimp before you use them, or buy them already prepped. You can leave the tails on for a more elegant presentation if you prefer.

Sauteed cabbage, carrots and onions in a pan.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LO MEIN AND CHOW MEIN?

Lo mein and chow mein are similar dishes with a few small variations. Chow mein noodles may be thinner than lo mein noodles. Also, lo mein noodles are boiled and tossed with sauce, while chow mein noodles are boiled and then stir fried for a different, crispier texture. Both dishes contain vegetables and meat.

Cooked shrimp in a pan.

Shrimp lo mein flavor variations

This dish is fabulous as-is, but you can absolutely add other ingredients to the mix.

  • Protein: You can swap out the shrimp for chicken, beef, pork or tofu. You can also do a combination of different protein options if you prefer.
  • Vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, onion, celery and cabbage, but you can really add any veggies you like such as broccoli, green beans, bok choy or mushrooms.
  • Add-Ins: Get creative with other ingredients such as dried chilies, sesame seeds or scrambled eggs.

A bowl of shrimp lo mein.

Once you try this lo mein, you’ll find yourself making it on a regular basis. It’s just that good!

More Asian recipes to try

  • General Tso’s Chicken
  • Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
  • Potstickers
  • Chicken Fried Rice
  • Fried Wontons

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Shrimp Lo Mein

This shrimp lo mein is succulent shrimp with vegetables and egg noodles, all tossed together in a savory sauce. A take out classic that's quick and easy to make at home, and always gets rave reviews.
Course Main
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 326kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons vegetable oil divided use
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrots shredded or julienned
  • 1/4 cup celery thinly sliced
  • 1 cup green cabbage shredded
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 3/4 pound medium or large shrimp peeled and deveined, leave tails on if you want a more elegant presentation
  • 10 ounces fresh egg noodles pre-cooked
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large pan over medium high heat. 
  • Add the onions, carrots, celery and cabbage to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes or until just softened. 
  • Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove the vegetables from the pan and cover to keep warm.
  • Pour the rest of the oil into the pan. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  • Add the noodles to the pan, along with the cooked vegetables. Toss to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil and corn starch.
  • Pour the sauce into the pan and bring everything to a simmer. Cook for 1 minute or until sauce is just thickened. Sprinkle with green onions, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 606mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g
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    Comments

    1. michelle says

      June 23, 2022 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      Better than take out! A new family favorite.

      Reply
    2. Alex says

      February 17, 2022 at 11:59 am

      5 stars
      Better than take away
      This recipe rocks
      Thx very much

      Reply
    3. Alex says

      November 13, 2021 at 3:02 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious thank you

      Reply
    4. Katie C says

      June 17, 2021 at 1:33 pm

      5 stars
      Love this take on one of my favorites! Can’t wait to try it at home – yum!

      Reply
    5. AISilva says

      June 17, 2021 at 12:58 pm

      5 stars
      My family definitely loves lo mein more so than chow mein. We also love shrimp, so I can’t wait to make this shrimp lo mein dish for everyone. It looks so delicious and i love the colours!

      Reply
    6. Kushigalu says

      June 17, 2021 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      All my favorite ingredients in this recipe. I will be make this lo mein for dinner soon. Thanks

      Reply
    7. Shashi says

      June 17, 2021 at 11:38 am

      No more store bought lo-main for me after seeing this! This looks delicious and comes together so quickly too!

      Reply
    8. Irina says

      June 17, 2021 at 11:32 am

      5 stars
      WOW! This shrimp meal is beyond delicious! I made it today: it worth making for everyone. Yummy and delicious.

      Reply
    9. Angela says

      May 20, 2021 at 2:46 pm

      5 stars
      My absolute favorite take out dish! This was so simple to make and the flavors are spot on. I may never do Chinese take out again. YUM!

      Reply
    10. Beth says

      May 20, 2021 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      My daughter and I love this recipe! Such a tasty and easy dinner plus we LOVE shrimp! Huge hit and definitely being remade soon!

      Reply
    11. maryanne says

      May 20, 2021 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      I made this last night to rave reviews from the family! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    12. Biana says

      May 20, 2021 at 12:38 pm

      5 stars
      This Shrimp Lo Mein looks awesome. A perfect quick dinner recipe for a busy day.

      Reply
    13. Wanda says

      May 20, 2021 at 12:34 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this is such a quick easy meal. Looks delicious, can’t wait to try it!

      Reply

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