Published:
Aug 21st 2021
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Last updated: Dec 16th 2024
There is something comforting about a bowl of Chow Mein noodles stir-fried with vegetables and succulent, juicy shrimp covered in a sauce that makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside. The slurping of the springy, chewy egg noodles is so enjoyable too. And the array of colorful, vibrant vegetables with their textures and flavors elevates the experience to another level. With their flavorful juices, the juicy shrimp add even more layers of flavor. Then finally, the savory, sweet, and tangy sauce that covers everything brings the entire dish together with its pungent aroma. This Shrimp Chow Mein is the ultimate comfort food.
Time & Serves
Ingredients
2.2 lbs Jumbo Shrimp, de-shelled & vein removed
1 tablespoon Green Seasoning
8 ounces Chow Mein Noodles
4 tablespoons Peanut Oil, divided
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
1 medium Onion, thinly sliced
8 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh Ginger, minced
2 Seasoning Peppers, minced
1 medium Carrot, julienne
3 stalks Chinese Celery, finely diced
3 Green Onions, chopped
1 cup Broccoli Florets
3 Sweet Peppers, julienne (Red, Yellow, Green)
6 ounces (1 cup) Christophene (Chayote), sliced
1 cup Cabbage, shredded
Water
Sesame seeds For garnish (Optional)
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce
1 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce
1 tablespoon Fish Sauce
1 tablespoon Sugar
Bean Sprouts
Mushrooms
Baby Corn
Bamboo Shoots
Water Chestnut
Sugar Snap Peas
Instructions
Shrimp, cleaned and deveined, seasoned with green seasoning and set aside.
Mix sauce in a small bowl, making sure to dissolve the sugar. Add a little water if necessary and set aside.
Boil Chow Mein Noodles in a large pot according to package instructions. Strain and coat with one tablespoon peanut oil, and set aside.
Place a wok or large deep skillet on medium heat and add 1 tablespoon peanut oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp and cook for 3 minutes, then remove from the pan and set aside.
Now add two tablespoons of peanut oil and the sesame oil into the pan.
Once the oil is hot, add the onion and cook for 3 minutes before adding the garlic, ginger, seasoning peppers, and cook for another 3 minutes, tossing together.
Add the carrots, celery, green onion, broccoli, sweet peppers, and christophine (chayote) and cook for 5 minutes, tossing and sautéing the vegetables.
At this time, add any optional ingredients and cook for 5 minutes, tossing and sautéing into the mix.
Add the cabbage, tossing and sautéing for 3 minutes.
Add the noodles, tossing and sautéing for 3 minutes. If anything is sticking to the pan, add a little water.
Add the shrimp and sauce, tossing and sautéing for 3-5 minutes, making sure everything is coated in the sauce.
Remove from the heat and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving warm in a plate. Garnish with sesame seeds.
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