Garlic Shrimp Noodles

Name: Garlic Shrimp Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Ingredients: 12 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti; 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4 tbsp butter; 8 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tsp rice vinegar; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; to taste salt and black pepper; 2 scallions, sliced; 2 tsp sesame seeds

Pan-fried shrimp tossed with noodles in a garlicky butter sauce. This viral TikTok favorite is buttery, aromatic, and ready in 20 minutes.

25 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tbsp butter
8 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp rice vinegar
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
to taste salt and black pepper
2 scallions, sliced
2 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 12 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2

Season 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with to taste salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, melt half the 4 tbsp butter over high heat.
3

Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Internal temperature should reach 120°F. Transfer to a plate.
4

Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and 8 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden, being careful not to burn the garlic.
5

Return shrimp to the skillet. Add the cooked noodles, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp rice vinegar, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes.
6

Top with 2 sliced scallions and 2 tsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Garlic Shrimp Noodles reach?

For Garlic Shrimp Noodles, the target internal temperature is 120 F (about 50 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Garlic Shrimp Noodles?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Garlic Shrimp Noodles uses 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined.

Is Garlic Shrimp Noodles spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Garlic Shrimp Noodles comes from 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the pepper flakes; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Garlic Shrimp Noodles gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Garlic Shrimp Noodles is 12 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti, 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time; the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Garlic Shrimp Noodles contain shellfish?

Yes: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, soy, shellfish and sesame. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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