30-Minute Garlic Chili Noodles with Shrimp
30-Minute Garlic Chili Noodles with Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp and perfectly cooked noodles in a savory garlic and chili sauce. This quick recipe is ready in just half an hour, making it the ideal choice for busy weeknights or an impressive meal to serve guests. With its rich flavors and colorful presentation, it’s a delightful culinary experience that will leave your taste buds dancing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or rice noodles
- 1 lb fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp chili sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 green onions (chopped)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them under cold water.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking until pink (about 3 minutes per side).
- Pour soy sauce, chili sauce, and sugar into the skillet; stir to combine.
- Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat them in the sauce.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Customize this recipe by swapping shrimp for chicken or tofu and adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. Adjust the amount of chili sauce to control spice levels.