Soy-Glazed Shrimp with Snap Peas and Rice Noodles
Tender shrimp and crisp snap peas tossed in a savory-sweet soy glaze over rice noodles for a vibrant, 30-minute dinner. This asian-inspired quick meals ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, grated ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 10 oz rice noodles
- 2 cups, trimmed snap peas
- 1/4 cup, sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp grated ginger.
- Step 2: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 10 oz rice noodles, and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but firm; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 12 oz shrimp, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups trimmed snap peas to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Pour the glaze over the shrimp and snap peas, stirring to coat. Add the drained rice noodles and toss gently for 1 minute until heated through and well-coated.
- Step 6: Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Shrimp with Snap Peas and Rice Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Soy-Glazed Shrimp with Snap Peas and Rice Noodles?
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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Glazed Shrimp with Snap Peas and Rice Noodles?
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 Soy-Glazed Shrimp with Snap Peas and Rice Noodles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Soy-Glazed Shrimp with Snap Peas and Rice Noodles?
Asian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So easy and delicious. My husband said it was restaurant quality!
- ★★★★★
This was a hit with my family! The sauce was perfect and the snap peas added a nice crunch.
- ★★★★☆
Quick and tasty. The rice noodles were perfect and the snap peas were fresh.
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