Sesame-Ginger Shrimp Noodle Bowl with Crispy Edamame
A vibrant, protein-packed bowl featuring plump shrimp, chewy rice noodles, and a glossy sesame-ginger sauce, finished with crispy edamame for texture. This asian-inspired quick meals (gluten-free, high-protein) ready in about 27 minutes pairs rice noodles, peeled and deveined large shrimp, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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 oz rice noodles
- 1/2 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 cup, shelled and steamed edamame
- 3, thinly sliced green onions
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz rice noodles and cook for 6-7 minutes until tender but firm; drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 lb shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil to the skillet, then stir in 1 tbsp grated ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Whisk in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp honey until combined.
- Step 4: Add drained noodles and 1/4 cup water to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Return shrimp to skillet and simmer for 1 minute to reheat. Stir in 1 cup steamed edamame until heated through.
- Step 5: Divide into bowls, top with 3 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Ginger Shrimp Noodle Bowl with Crispy Edamame 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 Sesame-Ginger Shrimp Noodle Bowl with Crispy Edamame?
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 Sesame-Ginger Shrimp Noodle Bowl with Crispy Edamame?
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 Sesame-Ginger Shrimp Noodle Bowl with Crispy Edamame 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 Sesame-Ginger Shrimp Noodle Bowl with Crispy Edamame gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
