High-Protein Shrimp Stir Fry with Noodles Recipe
This High-Protein Shrimp Stir Fry with Noodles is a quick and nutritious meal loaded with tender shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and protein-rich noodles. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors, ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Noodles
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces high-protein noodles (whole wheat, edamame, or chickpea noodles)
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup snow peas
Sauce and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts or cashews (optional for crunch)
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the high-protein noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are opaque throughout. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same pan, add minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sliced red bell peppers, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp. Add snow peas during the last minute of cooking.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked noodles and shrimp to the pan. Pour in the stir-fry sauce made by mixing soy sauce or tamari, honey or maple syrup, and optional sriracha or red pepper flakes. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
- Serve & Garnish: Transfer the stir fry to plates and garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and crushed peanuts or cashews for added texture. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful high-protein meal.
Notes
- Use shrimp that is fresh or properly thawed for best results.
- You can substitute vegetables based on availability or preference, like snap peas or baby corn.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha or red pepper flakes.
- For a vegan version, replace shrimp with tofu and use a plant-based protein noodle.
- Low-sodium soy sauce helps control salt content but adjust to taste.
- Cooking times for shrimp and vegetables can vary slightly based on stove and pan type.
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