Crispy Noodle Chow Mein with Shrimp, Beef, and Vegetables
A crispy chow mein dish with golden pan-fried noodles topped with a savory stir-fry of shrimp, beef, and fresh vegetables in a rich soy-based sauce.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry & Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Halal
- 8 oz (225 g) fresh chow mein noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 1/2 lb (225 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb (225 g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 scallions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- Cook chow mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and pat dry.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Spread noodles evenly and cook undisturbed until golden and crispy on the bottom, about 5–7 minutes. Flip and crisp the other side. Remove and set aside on a serving platter.
- In the same skillet, heat remaining oil. Stir-fry beef slices for 2–3 minutes until browned, then add shrimp and cook until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic, ginger, and vegetables to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin sauce. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return shrimp and beef to the skillet, tossing everything together.
- Pour the stir-fry mixture over the crispy noodles.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, press noodles firmly into the skillet while frying.
- You can substitute chicken or tofu for the protein.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crispy noodle texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
Keywords: crispy chow mein, shrimp beef noodles, crispy noodle stir fry, Chinese chow mein