If you’re craving Chinese take out, this Easy Shrimp Lo Mein Recipe Loaded With Veggies is just what you need. It comes together in under 30 minutes, packed with juicy shrimp, tender noodles, and crisp veggies, all tossed in a delicious sauce. It tastes just like your favorite takeout but is even fresher and faster to make at home!
When we moved, we couldn’t seem to find a good Chinese takeout spot that made lo mein the way we liked it—our favorite dish! After effortlessly trying a few places (and being a little disappointed), we finally decided to make our own at home. It ended up being such a fun little kitchen adventure, and honestly, we had just as much fun cooking it together as we did eating it. And the best part? This homemade version turned out absolutely delicious—saucy, savory, and full of everything we love about lo mein.
What we love most is how easy it is to customize—switch up the protein with chicken, beef, or shrimp, and toss in whatever veggies you have on hand. We’re big veggie fans, so we like to load it up with mushrooms, broccoli, snap peas—add one, or add them all. It’s a flexible, flavorful meal that never disappoints.
What is Shrimp Lo Mein?
Shrimp Lo Mein is a Chinese dish featuring stir-fried noodles tossed with shrimp and vegetables in a savory sauce. It’s one of those comforting, slurpable meals that hits all the right notes: juicy shrimp, crisp-tender veggies, chewy noodles, and that glossy, takeout-style sauce. And the best part? It’s super easy to make at home and endlessly customizable—swap the shrimp for chicken, beef, or tofu, and use whatever vegetables you’ve got in the fridge.
What type of noodles are used in Shrimp Lo Mein?
Lo mein noodles are typically used, but spaghetti or other egg noodles can serve as substitutes if unavailable.
How do you prevent noodles from sticking together?
After cooking, rinse the noodles with cold water to stop the cooking process and toss them in a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
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Main Ingredients Needed:
For the Noodles:
- lo Mein noodles
- shrimp
- vegetable oil
- onion
- shredded carrots
- snap peas
- green onion (scallions)
- garlic
- broccoli
- mushrooms
- bean sprouts
For the Sauce:
- chicken broth
- soy sauce
- brown sugar
- sesame oil
- oyster sauce
- hoisin sauce
Step by Step Instructions:
Cook the noodles. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and broth. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Add 1 tbsp of oil to the pan. Toss in the onion, saute until golden brown about 3 to 4 minutes. Next add the carrots and cook until softened.
Add broccoli and 2 tbsp oil, saute for an additional 3 minutes. Place in the snap peas and garlic. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
Add mushrooms and bean sprouts, saute for 3 to 4 minutes.
Return the shrimp to the pan along with the cooked noodles. Pour the sauce over everything and toss well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
Garnish with green onions (scallions) and sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy hot!
Tips for Perfect Shrimp Lo Mein:
- Don’t Overcook the Shrimp: They cook quickly and can become rubbery if left too long on the heat.
- Prep Ahead: Have all your ingredients chopped and ready to go. Stir-frying moves fast!
- Add Protein Variety: Swap shrimp for chicken, beef, or tofu.
How do I store and reheat leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water or broth if needed.
If you love shrimp as much as I do, try these other shrimp recipes they are equally delicious!
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Easy Shrimp Lo Mein Recipe Loaded With Veggies
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stove top
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- 8 oz lo Mein noodles
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 1 large onion
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
Lo Mein Sauce
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 tsp hoisin sauce
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and broth. Set aside.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Stir-fry the veggies: Add 1 tbsp of oil to the pan. Toss in the onion, saute until golden brown about 3 to 4 minutes. Next add the carrots and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the broccoli and 2 tbsp oil, saute for an additional 3 minutes. Place in the snap peas and garlic. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp. Place in the mushrooms and bean sprouts. Saute for 3 minutes.
- Combine: Return the shrimp to the pan along with the cooked noodles. Pour the sauce over everything and toss well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy hot!
2 Responses
This was truly an easy way to make auth
Thank you!