Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Wood Ear Mushrooms

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A light yet savory stir-fry featuring translucent glass noodles, succulent shrimp, and crunchy wood ear mushrooms, infused with garlic and soy. This vietnamese-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs glass noodles, large, peeled and deveined shrimp, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 270 calories and feeds 3, 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: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Vietnamese cuisine 270 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 100 g glass noodles in warm water for 15 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 large peeled and deveined shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they turn pink and start to curl.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/2 cup soaked and sliced wood ear mushrooms, 2 sliced scallions, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1/4 tsp white pepper, and 1/4 cup water. Stir to combine and cook for another minute.
  5. Step 5: Add softened glass noodles and toss gently for 2-3 minutes until noodles are heated through and absorb the sauce, coating everything evenly. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Shrimp and Wood Ear Mushrooms take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 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 Wood Ear Mushrooms?

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 Wood Ear Mushrooms?

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 Wood Ear Mushrooms for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Wood Ear Mushrooms?

Vietnamese 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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