The Best Shrimp Chow Mein

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound large shrimp (about 18 to 20 shrimp), thawed, peeled, and deveined
• 2 tablespoon neutral oil such as vegetable oil or peanut oil
• 6 ounces chow mein noodles
• 2 cups sliced baby bok choy or napa cabbage
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced on the bias (diagonally)
• 2 cups bean sprouts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon regular soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons shaoxing wine or dry sherry
• 3 tablespoons chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the chow mein sauce: Whisk the ingredients for the chow mein sauce in a bowl and set aside.

2. 2

   Cook the noodles: Fill a medium or large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the chow mein noodles and cook according to the directions on the package (about 3 minutes). Drain the noodles and set them aside.

3. 3

   Warm up the wok: Heat a wok or a deep nonstick skillet over high heat. When the wok is hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil and swirl it around to coat the surface evenly.

4. 4

   Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp and stir fry for 4 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.

5. 5

   Cook the bok choy and green onions: Using the same wok over high heat, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and add the bok choy and green onions. Cook for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Return the noodles and shrimp to the wok and add the sauce: Add the chow mein noodles and cooked shrimp to the wok and pour the sauce over. Toss well to combine.

7. 7

   Add bean sprouts and serve: Turn the heat off and add the bean sprouts. Lightly toss them and transfer the chow mein noodles to a serving plate. Serve immediately.