Piff Paf Poof Peanut Noodles with Shrimp

Dive into the bold, crave-worthy flavors of Piff Paf Poof Peanut Noodles with Shrimp—a vibrant, 30-minute dish packed with Southeast Asian-inspired flair. This hearty recipe combines tender rice noodles and succulent shrimp with a luscious peanut butter-based sauce, heightened by the savory richness of soy sauce, hoisin, and a zingy hint of lime juice. Fresh vegetables like julienned carrot and cucumber add a crisp, refreshing contrast, while garnishes of cilantro, green onions, and crushed peanuts create layers of texture and color. Finished with a touch of spice from chili flakes (optional for heat lovers), this dish delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory in every bite. Ideal for busy weeknights or a quick yet impressive meal, this recipe is sure to make your taste buds pop!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 250 grams Rice noodles
• 4 tablespoons Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 Carrot, julienned
• 1 Cucumber, julienned
• 3 Green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Peanuts, crushed (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Water (for the sauce)

Directions

Step 1

1. Start by preparing the rice noodles according to the package instructions. When cooked, drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, minced garlic, minced ginger, brown sugar, chili flakes (if using), and water. Mix until smooth and set the sauce aside.

Step 3

3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until pink and fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

4. In the same skillet, add the julienned carrot and sauté for 2 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

5. Lower the heat to medium and add the cooked noodles and peanut sauce to the skillet. Toss thoroughly to ensure the noodles are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 6

6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently toss to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.

Step 7

7. Remove from heat and transfer the noodles to serving plates. Garnish each plate with julienned cucumber, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and crushed peanuts.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful piff, paf, and poof of flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1324.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1818.7

Total Fat 87.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.8g
Cholesterol 977.4mg	0%
Sodium 4185.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 33.1g
Protein 152.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 392.5mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 2727.3mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 31.9%

Carbs: 26.9%