Asian Noodle Bowl With Grilled Shrimp (Printable)

Succulent grilled shrimp atop sesame noodles with fresh vegetables and zesty dressing, ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp & Marinade

01 - 7 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
04 - 1 teaspoon honey
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

→ Noodles & Sauce

08 - 5 oz dried Asian wheat noodles or rice noodles
09 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
13 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce
14 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Fresh Toppings

15 - 1 small carrot, julienned
16 - 1/2 cucumber, julienned
17 - 2 spring onions, sliced
18 - 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
20 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Combine shrimp in a bowl with soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Toss thoroughly to coat and set aside to marinate while preparing remaining components.
02 - Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold running water until fully cooled.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, and toasted sesame seeds until well combined. Add cooled noodles and toss to evenly coat with sauce.
04 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill marinated shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until shrimp turns pink and reaches complete doneness.
05 - Divide dressed noodles evenly between serving bowls. Top each portion with grilled shrimp.
06 - Arrange julienned carrot, cucumber, sliced spring onions, cilantro, and red bell pepper on top of each bowl. Serve immediately with lime wedges for finishing.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in fifteen minutes flat, which means you can actually pull this off on a weeknight without stress.
  • That umami-rich sesame dressing coats everything perfectly, making even simple vegetables taste crave-worthy.
  • One bowl, two proteins worth of satisfaction, and a handful of fresh toppings that make you feel like you're eating something special.
02 -
  • Rinsing the noodles in cold water is non-negotiable—skip this and they'll turn into a gluey mess that drowns out everything else.
  • Don't let that shrimp sit in the marinade for more than ten minutes or the acid will start to cook it, leaving you with tough, chalky texture instead of tender sweetness.
03 -
  • Prep your vegetables while the noodles cook and your shrimp marinates—this is the only way to hit that fifteen-minute target without rushing.
  • Make the dressing in the same bowl you'll serve the noodles in, so you're not dirtying extra dishes while you're racing against the clock.
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