Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger on Rice Noodles

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Quick stir-fried shrimp infused with garlic and ginger, tossed with delicate rice noodles for a light, gluten-free Asian-inspired meal. This asian-inspired gluten free ready in about 35 minutes pairs rice noodles, shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 8 oz rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until softened but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they just start to turn pink.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the wok. Stir-fry everything together for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Step 4: Add the drained rice noodles, 3 sliced green onions, 3 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss everything together and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the noodles are heated through and coated evenly with the sauce.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger on Rice Noodles take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 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 Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger on 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 rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger on 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 Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger on 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.

Is Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger on Rice Noodles gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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