If you’re craving a flavorful, quick, and easy dinner, this Shrimp Lo Mein recipe is the answer! In just 30 minutes, you can create a delicious, restaurant-style dish that’s loaded with tender shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly sauced noodles. This dish combines the satisfying flavors of oyster and soy sauce with the richness of sesame oil, making it a great weeknight meal or an impressive option for guests. At The Well we believe nourishing food doesn’t need to be require hours in the kitchen. This recipe is a protein packed dinner and makes for great left overs the next day! 

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Not only is Shrimp Lo Mein packed with flavor, but it’s also a quick, balanced meal that covers all your bases. You get protein from the shrimp, fiber from the veggies, and carbohydrates from the noodles. This dish is also an excellent meal-prep option—store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat in a pan for the best texture.

Enjoy the taste of takeout at home with this easy, crowd-pleasing Shrimp Lo Mein recipe that’s perfect for any night of the week!

Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need:

• Lo mein noodles
• Oyster sauce
• Soy sauce
• Sesame oil (divided for cooking and flavor)
• Brown sugar
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• Garlic (minced)
• Asian-style frozen vegetable mix (thawed)
• Chinese cooking wine
• Napa cabbage (thinly sliced)
• Bean sprouts
• Green onion (sliced)

These ingredients come together to create a perfectly balanced meal that’s rich in flavor and texture. The mix of carrots, broccoli, snap peas, green beans, yellow pepper, and water chestnuts provides a delightful crunch, while the shrimp adds a tender, succulent bite. The sauce made with oyster and soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of brown sugar gives the noodles a savory depth that’s hard to resist.

Directions

1. Prepare the Noodles: Begin by cooking the lo mein noodles according to the package directions. Once done, set them aside while you prepare the other ingredients.
2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the oyster sauce, soy sauce, two-thirds of the sesame oil, and brown sugar. Mix well to create a rich, flavorful sauce.
3. Cook the Shrimp: Heat the remaining sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for two to three minutes, until they’re nearly done. Remove the shrimp from the wok and set them aside. This quick cooking method keeps the shrimp tender and prevents overcooking.
4. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same wok, add the minced garlic and thawed vegetable mix, cooking for about a minute until fragrant. Then, add the Chinese cooking wine and Napa cabbage, letting the flavors meld for another minute.
5. Combine the Ingredients: Return the shrimp to the wok along with the cooked noodles. Pour the prepared sauce over the top and toss everything together until the noodles are fully coated and the ingredients are well-mixed.
6. Finish and Serve: Add the bean sprouts and green onion, cooking for another minute until everything is warmed through. Divide the lo mein evenly among plates or bowls and enjoy!

Customizations and Tips

This Shrimp Lo Mein is incredibly versatile. If you don’t have lo mein noodles, you can easily substitute with chow mein or even spaghetti in a pinch. For a gluten-free option, use rice noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce. If you’d like more tang, replace the Chinese cooking wine with rice vinegar or red wine vinegar for a subtle acidity that brightens the dish.