Stir-Fried Shanghai Noodles with Shrimp and Seasonal Vegetables

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Soft Shanghai-style wheat noodles stir-fried with juicy shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce for a quick, satisfying meal. This chinese-inspired noodles ready in about 25 minutes pairs Shanghai-style fresh wheat noodles, peeled and deveined shrimp, trimmed snow peas 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 12 oz Shanghai-style fresh wheat noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Drain and toss with 1 tsp sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 10 oz peeled shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they start turning pink.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 1 cup snow peas and 1 julienned medium carrot, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Add the noodles back to the wok along with 3 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Stir-fry everything together for 1-2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions before serving hot.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Stir-Fried Shanghai Noodles with Shrimp and Seasonal 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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shanghai Noodles with Shrimp and Seasonal 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 Stir-Fried Shanghai Noodles with Shrimp and Seasonal 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 Stir-Fried Shanghai Noodles with Shrimp and Seasonal 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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