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Low FODMAP Hot and Sour Shrimp Lo Mein closeup on white oval platter

Low FODMAP Hot and Sour Shrimp Lo Mein

Now you can have restaurant style low mein at home AND it will be low FODMAP!

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Asian, Chinese
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Makes: 6 Servings
Calories: 438 kcal
Author: Dédé Wilson

Ingredients:

Shrimp:

  • 1 ½ pounds (680 g) medium shrimp (60/70 per pound), peeled and deveined, patted dry
  • 3 tablespoons Chinese rice wine
  • 1 ½ tablespoons minced ginger
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

Hot & Sour Sauce:

Noodles & Vegetables:

  • 8- ounces (225 g) wide Asian rice noodles
  • 3 tablespoons Garlic-Infused Oil, made with vegetable oil, or purchased equivalent, divided
  • ½ cup (32 g) chopped scallions, green parts only
  • 1 teaspoon sambal oelek; make sure it does not contain garlic
  • 1, 8- ounce can (230 g) sliced water chestnuts, drained well (drained weight is 5 ounces/140 g)
  • 6- ounces (170 g) small broccoli florets

Preparation:

  1. For the Shrimp: Combine the shrimp, rice wine, minced ginger and toasted sesame oil in a non-reactive bowl and toss to coat well. Marinate at least 10 minutes while you prep the rest of the dish.
  2. Make the Hot & Sour Sauce: Whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, rice wine, sugar and sesame oil in a mixing bowl until sugar dissolves. In a small bowl, add about a tablespoon of the stock to the cornstarch and whisk together to make a slurry. Whisk the remaining stock into the mixing bowl with the sauce ingredients, reserving the cornstarch slurry to the side.
  3. For the Noodles & Vegetables: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and stir when well to distribute in the water. Cover. Remove from heat and allow to sit for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until al dente, stirring often to prevent sticking. Drain and rinse under cool water right in the colander; set aside.
  4. Finish the Dish: Heat a wok or large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add half of the oil until shimmering. Add the shrimp and stir-fry just until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from wok and set aside. Wipe out wok. Reheat wok again over medium-high heat and add remaining oil until shimmering. Add scallions and sambal and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, then add the water chestnuts and broccoli and stir-fry for about 1 minute. The veggies should be coated with the sambal and just beginning to cook. Add the sauce, whisk in the cornstarch slurry, adjust heat bringing to a simmer and cook until sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Add noodles and shrimp and toss to coat until heated through. Serve immediately.

Dédé's Quick Recipe Tips Video

Notes:

Tips

  • Don't be afraid of buying frozen shrimp. Even most of the "fresh" shrimp you see in the seafood case has been previously frozen. The ingredient list should be free of any preservatives.
Nutrition Facts
Low FODMAP Hot and Sour Shrimp Lo Mein
Amount Per Serving
Calories 438 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Sodium 622mg26%
Potassium 23mg1%
Carbohydrates 51g17%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin C 0.8mg1%
Calcium 42mg4%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.