Craving a restaurant-quality meal that's ready in under 30 minutes? This Spicy Shrimp Soba Noodle Stir Fry is your ultimate culinary escape, transforming simple ingredients into a mouthwatering Asian-inspired masterpiece that will transport your senses to the bustling street markets of Tokyo. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a dish that's not just a meal, but a flavor adventure!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces soba noodles
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add soba noodles and cook according to package instructions, typically 4-5 minutes until tender but still slightly firm. Drain noodles and rinse with cold water to stop cooking process. Set aside.
- Prepare vegetables by washing and chopping bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Slice green onions diagonally and set aside.
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing. Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large wok or wide skillet over high heat. Add sesame oil and swirl to coat the pan's surface.
- Add shrimp to the hot pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until they turn pink and develop a slight golden color. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same pan, add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they become crisp-tender with slight charring.
- Return shrimp to the pan, add soba noodles, soy sauce, and chili paste. Toss everything together for 2 minutes to combine and heat through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot, ensuring each serving has an equal mix of shrimp, noodles, and vegetables.
Tips
- Noodle Perfection: Always rinse soba noodles in cold water after cooking to prevent them from becoming sticky and clumpy.
- Shrimp Searing Technique: Ensure your pan is blazing hot and shrimp are patted completely dry for that perfect golden sear.
- Vegetable Crunch: Cut vegetables into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking and maintain a delightful crisp-tender texture.
- Flavor Layering: Add chili paste gradually and taste as you go to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Quick Cooking is Key: Stir-fry on high heat and keep ingredients moving to prevent burning and maintain vibrant colors and textures.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 389kcal
Carbohydrates: 51g
Protein: 34g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 220mg
