Cantonese Stir-Fried Chow Mein with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

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A vibrant stir-fry of egg noodles with juicy shrimp, crunchy bean sprouts, and a savory sauce, embodying Cantonese street food flair. This Chinese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs dried chow mein egg noodles, shrimp, bean sprouts for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz dried chow mein egg noodles
10 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
1 1/2 cups, rinsed and drained bean sprouts
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 stalks, sliced scallions
1/4 tsp white pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add 8 oz dried chow mein egg noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes until just tender; drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 10 oz peeled and deveined shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Step 4: Add the drained noodles, 1 1/2 cups bean sprouts, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/4 tsp white pepper, and toss vigorously for 2 minutes to combine and heat through.
Step 5: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil and sprinkle 2 sliced scallions over the top, stir once more to distribute evenly.
Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately for a flavorful Cantonese-style chow mein meal.