Shrimp Lo Mein A Flavorsome Chinese Delight Worth Savoring
Indulge, in the charm of Shrimp Lo Mein, a masterpiece that effortlessly combines succulent shrimp with a variety of crunchy vegetables and a delightful mix of flavors. This dish entirely seizes the essence of Chinese cuisine with its mix of tender noodles, vibrant bell peppers and the aromatic medley of ginger and garlic. The delicious sauce, made from a balance of soy, hoisin and sesame adds a touch to every bite infusing the whole ensemble with a rich depth that truly worth savoring. In, under 30 minutes you can transport your taste buds to a world of delight as you experience the fusion of different textures and tastes that bring both comfort and culinary excitement.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 ounces dry egg noodles or ramen noodles seasoning packets discarded, or 8 oz. fresh egg noodles
- 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 8 oz. medium shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed
- 4 cups coleslaw mix or finely sliced cabbage
- ½ red or yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Sauce:
- 3 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp. water
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Start with the sauce. Combine 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon of water 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of oil, in a small bowl. Set it aside.
- Cook the noodles. Follow the instructions on the package to cook either 4 ounces of egg noodles or 8 ounces of egg noodles. Make sure to drain them well.
- Sauté the shrimp. Heat up a pan with 1 tablespoon of oil. Add in 8 ounces of peeled shrimp. Cook them for around 2 to 3 minutes until they turn pink. Afterward set them aside.
- Prepare the veggies and aromatics. In the pan add oil if necessary. Sauté around 4 cups of coleslaw mix or sliced cabbage along with half a bell pepper, for 3 to 4 minutes. Then add in a teaspoon of ginger and two minced garlic cloves cooking them for thirty seconds.
- Combine everything together. Return the shrimp to the pan and pour in the sauce. Cook everything together for two minutes then add in the noodles. Toss everything thoroughly until it's well combined.
- Serve and enjoy. Plate up your delicious Shrimp Lo Mein and savor this dish!
Notes
To ensure that this recipe is suitable, for a gluten-free diet just select gluten-free soy sauce and hoisin sauce when making the sauce. Also choose gluten-free egg noodles or rice noodles as the base. These small substitutions allow you to savor the taste of Shrimp Lo Mein without having to compromise your dietary needs. Enjoy cooking!