Bay Area Garlic Noodles with Shrimp

Ingredients

• 8 oz chow mein noodles or thin egg noodles
• ¾ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• ½ tbsp sesame oil
• 3 stalks scallions, sliced thin, plus extra for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil salted water in a large pot. Add noodles and cook until al dente, ~4 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high until foaming. Add shrimp and sear 90 seconds per side without stirring until edges curl and surface is opaque.

4. 4

   Transfer shrimp to a plate. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly for 60 seconds until fragrant and golden at the edges.

5. 5

   Pour in soy sauce and oyster sauce. Stir to combine, then add the cooked noodles. Toss constantly for 2 minutes until noodles are glossy and heated through.

6. 6

   Return shrimp to the skillet. Drizzle sesame oil and add sliced scallions. Toss gently to combine.

7. 7

   Divide between bowls. Top with extra scallions and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

• large pot
• colander
• paper towels
• 12-inch skillet
• wooden spoon
• kitchen tongs
• plates or bowls

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