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Instant Pot Shrimp Lo Mein

Instant Pot Shrimp Lo Mein
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Instant Pot Shrimp Lo Mein is a quick, flavorful one-pot meal combining tender shrimp, perfectly cooked noodles, and fresh vegetables in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish delivers balanced flavors and easy weeknight convenience with minimal cleanup and maximum taste, perfect for anyone craving a homemade takeout experience.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp

Noodles

  • 8 ounces lo mein egg noodles or spaghetti

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup snap peas
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (use tamari for gluten free)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (plus extra for finishing)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

Broth

  • 1 cup chicken broth (use vegetable broth for vegetarian version)

Garnish

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Optional

  • Oil for sautéing (vegetable or sesame oil)
  • Chili flakes or sriracha for spice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, a splash of sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Set aside to develop the layered savory flavors that will enhance the dish.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics and Shrimp: Turn your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add a drizzle of oil. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they start to turn pink. Remove shrimp and set aside to avoid overcooking.
  3. Pressure Cook the Noodles and Vegetables: Add noodles, bell peppers, snap peas, shredded carrots, and chicken broth to the pot. Pour the prepared sauce over the top. Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 3 minutes to achieve tender noodles and crisp vegetables.
  4. Release and Combine: Perform a quick release of the pressure. Gently stir noodles and vegetables to combine evenly. Return sautéed shrimp to the pot and mix gently, allowing shrimp to reheat without becoming rubbery.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with sliced green onions and drizzle with fresh sesame oil for a fragrant finishing touch. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook the shrimp; they cook quickly and can become tough.
  • Use high-quality soy and oyster sauces for enhanced flavor.
  • Cut vegetables evenly for uniform cooking and texture.
  • Perform a quick pressure release to prevent overcooking noodles and maintain vegetable freshness.
  • Optional: Toast noodles before cooking to add a nutty flavor and prevent sticking.

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Keywords: Instant Pot, Shrimp Lo Mein, quick dinner, one pot meal, Asian noodles, seafood lo mein, weeknight dinner

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