Description
A quick, flavorful, and wholesome Instant Pot Shrimp Lo Mein with Veggies recipe featuring tender shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked noodles tossed in a savory, umami-rich sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pot meal is nutritious, customizable, and ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Protein
- Medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 lb)
Noodles
- Lo mein noodles (8 oz)
Vegetables
- Bell peppers, thinly sliced (1 cup)
- Carrots, thinly sliced (1 cup)
- Snap peas or snow peas (1 cup)
- Green onions, chopped (2-3 stalks)
Aromatics & Sauce
- Garlic, minced (2 cloves)
- Ginger, minced (1 tbsp)
- Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
- Sesame oil (1 tbsp)
- Chicken or vegetable broth (1 cup)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, 1/4 tsp or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Clean and devein the shrimp if needed. Slice the bell peppers and carrots into thin strips. Mince the garlic and ginger to release their aroma.
- Sauté Aromatics and Veggies: Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Drizzle in sesame oil, then add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant. Add the bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas, stirring gently for 2 minutes to achieve a tender-crisp texture.
- Add Broth and Noodles: Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and soy sauce. Evenly layer the lo mein noodles over the veggies without stirring; gently press the noodles down to submerge but avoid mixing to prevent sticking.
- Pressure Cook and Add Shrimp: Close the Instant Pot lid and seal the valve. Pressure cook on high for 3 minutes. Use quick-release to release pressure immediately. Stir in the shrimp and let residual heat cook them through for about 4 minutes.
- Finish and Toss: Carefully toss all ingredients together. Adjust seasoning if needed with extra soy sauce or sesame oil. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and red pepper flakes for a final flavor boost.
Notes
- Use medium noodles like lo mein or egg noodles for the best texture.
- Add shrimp after pressure cooking to keep them tender and juicy.
- Layer noodles without stirring to prevent sticking and clumping.
- Utilize the Instant Pot sauté feature for fresh aromatics and crunchy veggies.
- Perform a quick pressure release to maintain veggie crispness and prevent overcooked noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
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