Garlicky Vegetable Pancit with Shrimp and Soy Glaze
A quick stir-fry of rice noodles with colorful vegetables and shrimp, finished with a savory soy glaze. This filipino-inspired asian (vegetarian option) ready in about 27 minutes pairs rice noodles, shrimp, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 6 ounces shrimp
- 1/2 cup carrots
- 1/2 cup green beans
- 1/4 cup onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cook rice noodles in boiling water for 3 minutes until tender but firm; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Step 2: Pat shrimp dry, then toss with 1 teaspoon cornstarch and set aside.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a wok over high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Step 4: Add 1/4 cup diced onion and stir-fry for 1 minute until translucent.
- Step 5: Add 1/2 cup sliced carrots and 1/2 cup trimmed green beans; stir-fry for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 6: Add drained noodles and 6 ounces shrimp; toss to coat evenly.
- Step 7: Whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons water, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Pour over noodles and shrimp, stirring constantly for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlicky Vegetable Pancit with Shrimp and Soy Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlicky Vegetable Pancit with Shrimp and Soy Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rice noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlicky Vegetable Pancit with Shrimp and Soy Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlicky Vegetable Pancit with Shrimp and Soy Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Garlicky Vegetable Pancit with Shrimp and Soy Glaze vegetarian option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
