Description
These Spicy Shrimp and Noodle Bowls are a delicious and satisfying meal filled with vibrant flavors and textures. Tender shrimp marinated in a zesty sauce are paired with vermicelli rice noodles and an array of fresh vegetables and herbs, creating a vibrant and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade:
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1–2 tsp chili garlic sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp toasted sesame oil
For the Bowl:
- 1–2 tbsp vegetable oil (can substitute olive oil)
- 8 oz vermicelli rice noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 cup cocktail cucumbers, sliced
- shredded lettuce
- matchstick carrots
- bean sprouts
- crushed peanuts
- Fresh Thai basil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Fresh mint, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, chili garlic sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Toss raw shrimp in 3-4 tbsp of the sauce and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare Noodles and Vegetables: Cook vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Rinse with cold water and set aside. Wash and prepare the vegetables and herbs.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet, and cook the shrimp in a single layer for 1-2 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Assemble the Bowls: Arrange lettuce, noodles, carrots, and bean sprouts in a bowl. Top with shrimp, cucumber slices, and herbs. Drizzle with remaining sauce, sprinkle with crushed peanuts, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness of the dish by altering the amount of chili garlic sauce used.
- Feel free to customize the bowl with your favorite vegetables and toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
Keywords: Spicy Shrimp, Noodle Bowl, Asian Recipe, Seafood Dish
