Shrimp Chow Mein Noodles Recipe

Shrimp Chow Mein

1. Preparation [00:23]

• Slice 5.3 oz of onion into large strips.
• Finely mince 2 to 3 cloves of garlic.
• Chop the stem part of 4 stalks of green onion and cut the leafy part into 2-inch sections.

2. Prepare the Shrimp [01:02]

• Rinse 10 oz of peeled shrimp and pat dry.
• Marinate with 1/10 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp sugar, 1/4 tsp white pepper, 1/8 tsp baking soda, 1 1/2 tsp corn starch, 1 1/2 tsp rice wine, 1 1/2 tsp oil, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Set aside for 10-15 minutes.

3. Prepare the Sauce [01:45]

• Mix 2 tbsp dark soy sauce, 3/4 tsp soy sauce, and 1 1/2 tsp sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

4. Prepare the Noodles [02:01]

• Boil 16 oz of fresh chow mein noodles for 7 minutes, remove, drain, and mix with a little oil to prevent sticking.

5. Stir-Fry [02:56]

• Sauté onions and bean sprouts with 1/8 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp sugar, and 1 tsp of the prepared sauce until lightly colored. Set aside.
• Sauté green onion stems, add marinated shrimp, and cook until golden. Add minced garlic, 1/2 tsp dark soy sauce, stir, and remove from the pan.
• Stir-fry the boiled noodles, adding the sauce gradually, and toss until evenly coated.
• Add 6.7 oz of water to the noodles, cover, and cook on low heat until most of the water is absorbed.
• Return the shrimp, onions, bean sprouts, and leafy green onions to the pan. Add 1/4 tsp black pepper, toss everything together, and serve.