Description
Sizzling Chinese-inspired zesty shrimp stir-fry with sesame noodles brings bold flavors dancing across your plate. Quick and easy weeknight meals welcome this delicious blend of succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and perfectly seasoned noodles that satisfy your Asian cuisine cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces (227 grams) rice noodles
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 3 green onions, chopped
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare rice noodles according to package guidelines, then drain and reserve for later use.
- Create a vibrant sauce by whisking soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water in a small mixing bowl. Set aside for later integration.
- Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium-high heat with vegetable oil. Swiftly sear shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they transform into a delicate pink hue and become translucent. Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, introduce additional oil and quickly sauté red bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots for approximately 5 minutes, ensuring vegetables maintain a crisp texture.
- Reunite the reserved noodles and shrimp with the sizzling vegetables in the skillet. Generously pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients, thoroughly coating each element. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, enabling the sauce to caramelize and thicken.
- Elevate the dish’s visual appeal and flavor profile by sprinkling toasted sesame seeds and garnishing with freshly chopped green onions. Serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Customize noodle types by using gluten-free rice noodles or whole wheat options for dietary preferences and nutrition boosts.
- Quick-cooking shrimp requires high heat and short cooking time to prevent rubbery texture, so have ingredients prepped before starting.
- Boost vegetable nutrition by adding extra colorful vegetables like snap peas, mushrooms, or zucchini for varied textures and enhanced flavor profile.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium soy sauce and adding fresh herbs like cilantro or Thai basil for intense flavor without extra salt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg