Description
Spicy Szechuan Shrimp and Noodles is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines succulent shrimp with chewy egg noodles in a fiery sauce. This quick and easy recipe bursts with heat, sweetness, and savory goodness, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lively gatherings. With fresh ingredients and bold flavors, every bite is an adventure for your taste buds. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful culinary masterpiece!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 tsp Szechuan peppercorns, crushed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (red and green)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cool water and pat dry.
- Chop bell peppers, green onions, garlic, and ginger into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet or wok over medium heat, drizzle sesame oil. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add shrimp and bell peppers; cook until shrimp turns pink (3-4 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Mix soy sauce, chili paste, and crushed Szechuan peppercorns in a bowl; pour over shrimp and veggies.
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet; toss everything until well combined.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Szechuan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg