Shrimp Noodles Stir Fry

Shrimp Noodles Stir Fry - marinated shrimp stir fried with garlic, cabbage, and tender noodles in a tasty sauce! This recipe is yummy and easy to make!

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• Best noodles for shrimp stir fry
• How to make shrimp stir fry noodles (Step by Step)
• Reheating & Storage
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Shrimp Noodles Stir Fry Recipe
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Best noodles for shrimp stir fry

There are actually a lot of different options for stir frying noodles. We switch it up many times, and here are some different ones to try:

Rice Noodles

Rice noodles are made with rice flour and can be somewhat transparent and chewy or soft depending on how long you cook it (as is with a lot of noodles). They are usually gluten free, so if you are looking for a gluten free noodle option, check the ingredients to confirm.

There are different types of rice noodles depending on their shape - some are thin and skinny, some are thick and flat, and some of them are made in to sheets to wrap things in.

If you are going to use rice noodles, you will need to presoak them in water before you cook with them. Other noodles usually require boiling them first, but if you do that with rice noodles they will become too mushy.

Wheat Noodles

This is your most basic noodles made with wheat, and the noodle most often used in Chinese and Taiwanese cooking. Wheat noodles can also have different shapes and sizes.

I usually already have DragonMall Wu-Mu - Dry Noodle at my house because I also use it for noodle soups (such as my Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup!) so this is what I'm cooking with today.

Egg Noodles

Egg noodles are made with wheat flour and eggs. For the most part you can use them interchangeably with wheat noodle recipes.

There is a slight different in texture where the egg noodles are a little more firm and chewy than regular wheat noodles made without eggs.

As for flavor, egg noodles tend to have a slightly richer and savory taste, but in my opinion that depends on the brand.

Glass noodles

Glass noodles are also known as cellophane noodles. It's a transparent clear noodle that is made from starch - this can be mung bean, potato, sweet potato, or tapioca, which makes it naturally gluten free.

They are sold as dried noodles, and has to be soaked in water and softened prior to cooking. Once softened, you can cook them in soups, stir fries, spring rolls or more! We always include it as an ingredient in our hot pot!

When you purchase them, they are usually in pack of 8 bundles (example on amazon). I use one bundle to make this dish.

Instant Noodles

If you can't find any of the noodles I mentioned above you can use instant ramen noodles from the ramen packages, and discard the flavor packets also.

How to make shrimp stir fry noodles (Step by Step)

First, gather your ingredients:

• Shrimp Marinade
  • ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon michiu / rice cooking wine
  • ½ teaspoon salt
• Stir Fry
  • 2 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cabbage, shredded (I prefer Taiwanese cabbage)
  • 8 oz of cooked noodles (which is about 4 oz of uncooked noodles)
  • 3 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

In a large bowl, add shrimp, cornstarch, rice wine, and ½ teaspoon salt and toss to coat. Let sit for 15 to 30 minutes.

Start cooking your noodles according to package instructions, if you haven't already.

In a cooking pan, add cooking oil, and allow it to heat up.

Add garlic and shrimp, and let it cook on one side for about a minute, and then flip to the other side for another minute - the shrimp should start to turn pink.

Now add the shredded cabbage, and stir fry for about a minute.

Then add the cooked noodles and stir fry everything together.

Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar and sesame oil, and combine well.

Once the shrimp and cabbage is cooked to your liking, remove from heat and serve!

Reheating & Storage

Storage:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Since shrimp can get rubbery if overcooked, avoid keeping it longer than that.

Reheating:

• Stovetop (best method): Heat a little oil in a skillet or wok on medium. Add the noodles and shrimp, stirring gently until warmed through. If it looks dry, add a splash of water or broth.
• Microwave (quick method): Place in a microwave-safe dish, cover with a damp paper towel, and heat in 30-second bursts until hot. Stir in between to prevent uneven heating.

Freezing:

• Not recommended. Shrimp and noodles both change texture after freezing and reheating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes! Just thaw them first in the refrigerator overnight, or quickly in a bowl of cold water for about 20 minutes.

What kind of noodles work best?
You can use wheat noodles, egg noodles, rice noodles, or even glass noodles. Each one gives a slightly different texture, so use what you enjoy or already have on hand.

Can I add more vegetables?
Absolutely! Bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, or baby corn all stir fry well and taste great in this dish.

Can I make this ahead?
You can prep the shrimp marinade and chop the veggies ahead of time. For best results, cook the noodles and stir fry fresh right before serving.

More Delicious Noodle Recipes

If you loved this Shrimp Noodle Stir Fry, here are a few more tasty noodle dishes to try next:

• Beef Noodles Stir Fry - Tender marinated beef with garlic, veggies, and noodles tossed in a flavorful sauce.
• Chicken Noodle Stir Fry - Tender chicken, chewy noodles, and crisp veggies tossed in a savory sauce. Ready in 30 minutes!
• Zha Jiang Mian (炸醬麵) - A Northern Chinese classic with minced pork in savory-sweet bean sauce, topped with cucumber and green onions.
• Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (紅燒牛肉麵) - Authentic, comforting soup with tender red-braised beef, chewy noodles, and flavorful broth.

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