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Shrimp and Glass Noodle Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful weeknight stir-fry with tender shrimp, slippery glass noodles, and a bright finish of cilantro and green onions.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
25g
Shrimp and Glass Noodle Stir-Fry
ComfortingAsianDairy-FreeShrimpChewyTenderWeeknightStir-fry

Ingredients

  • 8 oz glass noodles
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 stalks green onions, sliced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak the 8 oz glass noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until pliable, then drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Pat the 1 lb shrimp dry and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining 1 tbsp oil and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  5. 5

    Add the drained noodles, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 tbsp water. Toss constantly until the noodles are tender and coated, about 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Return the shrimp to the skillet, add the sliced green onions and chopped cilantro. Toss everything together for 1 minute until heated through. Serve hot.

  7. 7

    Taste and add more soy sauce or a squeeze of lime if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander

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