Quick Shrimp Lo Mein

Ingredients

• 8 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
• 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 cups fresh vegetables of your choice (I used red bell pepper, carrots, and snow peas)
• 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, optional

Directions

1. Cook the lo mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat the oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the shrimp, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes, if using, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, water, and cornstarch.
5. Add the soy sauce mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer. Add the vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
6. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until everything is heated through.
7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
8. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Lo mein noodles are made from wheat flour, egg, and water.
• Shrimp are a great source of lean protein and are low in fat and calories.
• Ginger is a powerful anti-inflammatory and can help reduce inflammation in the body.
• Rice vinegar is a mild, sweet-tasting vinegar that can be used to add flavor to dishes.
• Sesame seeds are a good source of essential vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc.