Description
Quick Coconut Shrimp Noodles combine tender shrimp with creamy coconut milk and fresh vegetables over rice noodles for an easy, flavorful weeknight meal inspired by Asian cuisine. This dish features a harmonious blend of garlic, ginger, and lime with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, all prepared effortlessly on the stovetop in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 8 ounces rice noodles or linguine
Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) full fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the rice noodles according to package directions until just tender, then drain and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper. Cook shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics and vegetables: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sliced red bell pepper, shredded carrots, and snap peas. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Prepare the sauce: Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Combine shrimp and noodles: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the drained noodles. Toss everything together carefully until well coated with the sauce and heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a drizzle of sriracha or more red pepper flakes to taste.
- You can substitute chicken or tofu for the shrimp for a different protein option.
- Use light coconut milk if you prefer a lighter sauce, though it will be less creamy.
