Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Thai Basil

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A vibrant stir-fried dish featuring translucent glass noodles tossed with succulent shrimp, fragrant Thai basil, and a savory-sweet sauce. This thai-inspired thai ready in about 25 minutes pairs glass noodles, large shrimp, peeled and deveined, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Thai cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 100 g glass noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until softened, then drain well.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 sliced Thai bird's eye chilies, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 200 g peeled and deveined shrimp to the wok and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Toss in the drained glass noodles along with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp palm sugar. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and fold in 1/2 cup Thai basil leaves and 2 chopped scallions, stirring gently until the basil wilts and releases its aroma. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Thai Basil 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 Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Thai Basil?

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 glass noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Thai Basil?

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 Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Thai Basil 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.

What goes well with Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Thai Basil?

Thai thai 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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