Craving a restaurant-quality meal that'll tantalize your taste buds without spending hours in the kitchen? Get ready to transform your dinner routine with this mouthwatering Spicy Shrimp with Udon Noodles recipe that promises to deliver a knockout punch of Asian-inspired flavors in under 30 minutes! Imagine succulent shrimp, perfectly seared and coated in a fiery sriracha sauce, dancing with tender udon noodles and crisp vegetables - this dish is about to become your new weeknight obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces udon noodles
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, snap peas)
- 1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
- Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the udon noodles and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until they are tender but still have a slight bite. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- While the noodles are cooking, prepare the shrimp. Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure they sear properly. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create a spicy sauce. Set aside.
- Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil and swirl to coat the pan.
- Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are crisp-tender and retain their vibrant color. Remove vegetables and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil and quickly sear the shrimp. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery texture.
- Return the vegetables to the pan, add the cooked udon noodles, and pour the prepared spicy sauce over everything. Toss quickly to ensure everything is evenly coated and heated through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Pat shrimp completely dry before cooking to ensure a beautiful golden sear and prevent steaming.
- Don't overcook the shrimp - they should take just 1-2 minutes per side to maintain their tender, juicy texture.
- Use high heat when stir-frying to quickly cook vegetables and shrimp while maintaining their vibrant colors and crisp texture.
- Have all ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking, as this dish comes together very quickly.
- For extra heat, add more sriracha or include some red pepper flakes when preparing the sauce.
- If you can't find udon noodles, thick spaghetti or rice noodles can make good substitutes.
- For a complete meal, serve with a side of quick pickled cucumbers or a light Asian-style salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 220mg
