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Shrimp Noodles

This flavorful shrimp noodles recipe combines plump shrimp, tender noodles, and crisp veggies in a savory soy-garlic sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it makes a perfect quick weeknight meal that’s both satisfying and healthy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 dishes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Use peeled and deveined shrimp to save time.
  • 120 g dried egg noodles (or rice noodles) Can use rice noodles for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 unit red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 80 g snow peas, trimmed Can swap snow peas for snap peas or broccoli.
  • 2 unit green onions, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Use low sodium soy sauce if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • unit lime wedges for serving Optional.
  • unit fresh cilantro for garnish Optional.

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 large nonstick skillet or wok
  • 1 colander
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 tongs or spatula
  • 1 knife and chopping board

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually 4-5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and black pepper.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until veggies are just tender but still crisp.
  5. Add the cooked noodles and sauce to the skillet. Toss to coat everything evenly. Return the shrimp to the pan, add green onions, and stir-fry for 1 additional minute until everything is heated through.
  6. Plate the shrimp noodles hot. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
  7. For extra heat, add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha with the sauce.
  8. Swap snow peas for snap peas or broccoli if you like.
  9. Use peeled and deveined shrimp to save time.
  10. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and rice noodles.

Notes

For extra heat, add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha with the sauce. Swap snow peas for snap peas or broccoli if you like. Use peeled and deveined shrimp to save time. This dish can be made gluten-free with gluten-free soy sauce and rice noodles.