Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Shrimp and Spinach

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Quick stir-fried noodles tossed with juicy shrimp, fresh spinach, and an umami-packed garlic sauce, perfect for a speedy weeknight meal. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs dried egg noodles, peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 8 oz dried egg noodles and cook for 4 minutes until just tender (al dente). Drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same pan, add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar, stirring to combine.
  4. Step 4: Return shrimp to the pan along with 3 cups packed fresh spinach. Toss and cook for 2 minutes until spinach is wilted.
  5. Step 5: Add the drained noodles, 2 sliced green onions, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using), and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss everything together over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and heated through. Season with black pepper to taste and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Shrimp and Spinach take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Shrimp and Spinach?

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 dried egg noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Shrimp and Spinach?

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 Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Shrimp and Spinach 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Shrimp and Spinach?

Asian Fusion seafood 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.

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