Shanghai-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Shrimp and Vegetables

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Soft and slightly chewy egg noodles stir-fried with succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce for a classic Shanghai street food flavor. This chinese-inspired noodles ready in about 20 minutes pairs shrimp, peeled and deveined, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 12 oz Shanghai-style fresh egg noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Drain and toss with 1 tsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Add 8 oz shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 2 cups chopped bok choy and 1 julienned carrot, stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables are bright and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Add the drained noodles back to the wok along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Toss vigorously for 1-2 minutes until noodles are heated through and evenly coated.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp sliced green onions before serving hot.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Shanghai-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Shrimp and Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Shanghai-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Shrimp and Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shrimp, peeled and deveined from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Shanghai-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Shrimp and Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Shanghai-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Shrimp and Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Shanghai-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Shrimp and Vegetables?

Chinese noodles like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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