Peanut Thai Shrimp and Noodles

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavor-packed Peanut Thai Shrimp and Noodles recipe! Featuring tender rice noodles, juicy shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, rich peanut sauce with a hint of zesty lime and optional sriracha kick, this dish is the perfect fusion of bold Thai-inspired flavors and comforting textures. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe combines savory soy sauce, sweet hoisin, and nutty peanut butter for a tantalizing balance of sweet, salty, and tangy tastes. Garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts, this easy-to-make meal is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're craving a quick dinner or an impressive dish to wow your guests, Peanut Thai Shrimp and Noodles is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Rice noodles
• 1 lb Shrimp (peeled & deveined)
• 2 tbsp Cooking oil (vegetable or sesame)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Ginger (grated)
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce (low-sodium)
• 0.25 cup Peanut butter (creamy)
• 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp Sriracha (optional)
• 2 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 cup Carrots (julienned)
• 1 Red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 3 Green onions (sliced)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tbsp Crushed peanuts

Directions

Step 1

Soak the rice noodles in hot water as per package instructions until softened, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Sauté the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, peanut butter, hoisin sauce, sriracha, lime juice, brown sugar, and water until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Pour the peanut sauce into the skillet and bring it to a simmer. Add the carrots and red bell pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice noodles to the skillet, tossing them in the peanut sauce until fully coated.

Step 7

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently toss to combine with the noodles and sauce.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and crushed peanuts before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your Peanut Thai Shrimp and Noodles!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1367.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1683.9

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 886.8mg	0%
Sodium 3974.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.0g
Protein 141.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.4mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 3162.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 30.7%