Shrimp Lo Mein
If you’re looking for an easy dinner idea that comes together quickly but still feels satisfying and flavorful, this shrimp lo mein recipe is one to keep on repeat. It’s made with simple, everyday ingredients and tossed in a savory, slightly sweet sauce that coats every noodle perfectly. The combination of tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and soft noodles makes this dish feel like takeout, but it’s made right at home in under 30 minutes!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
Lo Mein
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles or ramen noodles
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8 ounces medium shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- ½ onion sliced
- Handful of baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Cook your lo mein or ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, water, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add sliced bell pepper and onion. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cooked noodles, shrimp, spinach, and sauce into the pan. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through. The spinach will wilt quickly.
- Serve warm. Optional toppings include green onions or sesame seeds.