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    Moo Shu Shrimp

    Published: Mar 8, 2022 · Modified: Mar 28, 2022 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    This moo shu shrimp recipe is a delicious Asian classic. The delicious, complex flavor we all love about this recipe is yours to make whenever you want!

    Moo Shu Shrimp on top of white rice served in a bowl with chopsticks on a table.

    I’ve always been a fan of takeout, but as a cook, I usually end up simply making my own favorites. That’s just what I did with this delicious shrimp recipe.

    Moo Shu Shrimp Recipe

    This was inspired by my other Asian shrimp recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing fried rice recipe.

    Ingredients

    It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this dish. You’ll find them all easily at your local grocery store.

    For the Shrimp and Vegetables

    • Peeled, deveined shrimp
    • Canola oil
    • Thinly sliced onion
    • Sliced shitake mushrooms
    • Shredded coleslaw mix
    • Eggs

    For the Marinade and Sauce

    • Hoisin Sauce
    • Rice wine vinegar
    • Soy sauce
    • Vegetable broth
    • Grated ginger
    • Garlic paste
    • Sriracha
    • Sesame oil
    • Coarse black pepper
    • Onion powder

    See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.

    Instructions

    This recipe may be full of complex flavors, but making it is super simple.

    Step 1: Marinate the Shrimp

    Whisk the sauce ingredients together in a large bowl. Then, add the shrimp to the bowl and marinate them as the dish is prepared.

    Step 2: Cook Eggs

    Whisk eggs thoroughly. Then, preheat a small frying pan over medium-high heat. Add canola oil and swirl to coat the pan, then pour in the eggs and let them cook until set. Remove the eggs and chop them.

    Step 3: Saute the Vegetables

    Preheat a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Then, add canola oil and saute the onions and mushrooms for 4 minutes. Next, add the cabbage and saute for an additional 2 minutes.

    Step 4: Cook the Shrimp

    Pour the shrimp into the pan and saute for 30 seconds, then flip the shrimp. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

    Step 5: Finish the Dish

    After 10 minutes, stir in the chopped eggs, serve over rice, and garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

    Hint: Be sure not to cook the shrimp longer than stated in the recipe. Overcooked shrimp gets tough and rubbery.

    Moo Shu Shrimp in a cooking pot placed on a kitchen towel.

    Substitutions

    Don’t have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this moo shu shrimp recipe.

    • Vegetable Oil – If you don’t have canola oil, vegetable oil will work.
    • Brown Rice – Brown rice works in place of white rice.

    Variations

    Want to personalize this moo shu shrimp recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

    • Spicy – Add chili flakes to the marinde for an extra spicy kick.
    • Seafood Delight – Add crab for even more seafood goodness.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this honey walnut shrimp recipe.

    Equipment

    It only takes a few simple kitchen implements to make this recipe.

    • Measurping cups and spoons
    • Pan
    • Knife
    • Cutting board
    • Bowl
    • Spoon

    Storage

    You can store this shrimp in an air-tight, freezer-safe container for up to 4 days.

    Tips

    I have a couple of tips here to help you ensure you make the best shrimp possible.

    • Use vegetable oil or canola oil for cooking this recipe due to the their high smoke point.
    • Do not cook the shrimp longer than called for or they’ll get tough.
    • Never stir your eggs when cooking them. You’re basically making a tiny frittata.
    Moo Shu Shrimp on top of white rice served in a bowl.

    More Asian Recipes

    Do you like Asian-inspired dishes? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.

    • Air Fryer Frozen Egg Rolls
    • Shrimp Lo Mein
    • Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons

    FAQ

    Do you have questions about moo shu shrimp? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about this moo shu shrimp recipe.

    What is moo shu?

    Moo shu is a traditional pork recipe from northern China and originated in Shandong. These days, you can find moo shu beef and, of course, shrimp.

    How do I reheat moo shu shrimp?

    Simply throw the leftovers in a hot skillet and sautee until heated through.

    Is moo shu shrimp healthy?

    Not really, but it’s delicious. The sauce can be extremely salty, but the good news is that you can find low-sodium variants of almost all the ingredients to make it healthier!

    Moo Shu Shrimp

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Moo Shu Shrimp

    This delicious moo shu shrimp recipe is salty and tangy with the flavor of perfectly cooked shrimp and fresh veggies. It's also E-Z!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Asian Inspired
    Servings 6
    Calories 179 kcal

    Equipment

    • 2 skillets

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb shrimp peeled deveined
    • 2 tablespoon canola oil
    • ½ yellow onion thinly sliced
    • 2 cups shiitake mushrooms sliced
    • 2 cups coleslaw mix shredded
    • 2 large eggs

    For serving

    • 3 Green onions diced
    • 2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
    • 1 pkg (8 oz) white rice

    Sauce/marinade

    • ½ cup hoisin sauce
    • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
    • ¼ cup soy sauce
    • ¼ cup vegetable broth
    • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
    • 1 tablespoon garlic paste
    • 2 teaspoon sriracha
    • 2 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper coarse
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder

    Instructions
     

    • Get out and measure your ingredients.
      Overhead photo of all the ingredients needed to make Moo Shu Shrimp.
    • Combine sauce ingredients in a large bowl and whisk well.
      Garlic paste and grated ginger in a large bowl. Mix all sauce ingredients.
    • Add the shrimp to the bowl to marinate as the dish is prepared.
      Raw shrimps added to the bowl with the sauce.
    • Whisk eggs thoroughly in a small bowl.
    • Once the smaller pan is hot, add 1 tablespoon canola oil and swirl to coat. Pour in the whisked eggs.
      Whisked eggs added to a small pan with hot canola oil.
    • Let the eggs cook until set, about 4 minutes.
      whisked eggs cooked in a small pan.
    • Remove from the pan and chop.
      Cooked eggs placed on a wooden cutting board. chop.
    • Preheat a large frying pan over medium high heat. Place a second non-stick pan (10” preferred) over medium heat.
    • Pour 1 tablespoon of canola oil into the large pan. Add onion and mushrooms and sauté for 4 minutes.
      Onions and mushroom sauté in a large pan using canola oil.
    • Next, add in the cabbage and sauté for 2 minutes.
      Cabbage added to the onion and mushroom sauté in the large pan.
    • Next, pour the contents of the bowl with shrimp into the pan.
      Shrimps and sauce added to the vegetable sauté inside the large pan.
    • Sauté for 30 seconds, then flip the shrimp.
      Shrimps, sauce and vegetable sauté in a large pan.
    • Lower the heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 10 minutes.
    • Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped eggs.
      Chopped eggs added to the large pan.
    • Stir until incorporated.
      Eggs mixed into the shrimps and vegetables. Ready for garnish.
    • Serve over rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
      Moo Shu Shrimp garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds in a large pan. A wooden spoon is digging into the Moo Shu Shrimp.
    • Serve.
      Closeup overhead photo of a wooden spoonful of Moo Shu Shrimp. More Moo Shu Shrimp in a large pan in the background.
    • Enjoy every bite!
      Closeup photo of Moo Shu Shrimp served on a bed of white rice in a white bowl with chop sticks.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 179kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 1021mgPotassium: 393mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 199IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mg
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