Description

This easy Shanghai Noodles recipe features thick noodles stir-fried with shrimp, veggies, and a savory soy-oyster sauce—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

8 ounces Shanghai noodles (or thick egg noodles)

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 cup shrimp (peeled and deveined)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced

1 cup shredded carrots

1 cup bean sprouts

1 cup green onions, sliced

3 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon oyster sauce

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon sugar

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Cook Noodles:
Prepare the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Heat Oil & Sauté Garlic:
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Stir-Fry Shrimp & Vegetables:
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes until pink. Add bell peppers and carrots. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.

Add Bean Sprouts & Green Onions:
Stir in bean sprouts and green onions. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Combine Noodles & Sauce:
Add cooked noodles to the skillet. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Toss well to combine and heat through.

Season & Serve:
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

Protein Swap: Replace or combine shrimp with cooked chicken, beef, or tofu.

Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add snap peas, mushrooms, bok choy, or broccoli.

Vegan Option: Omit shrimp and oyster sauce (use mushroom sauce as a substitute).

Spicy Kick: Add a dash of chili oil or red pepper flakes for heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Asian