Noodles with shrimp and scallion, an easy and quick home-style Asian recipe. A flavorful first course ready in minutes, perfect for a dinner that’s different from the usual.
If you’re looking for a quick dish that’s rich in flavor, these noodles with shrimp and scallion are the perfect solution. A simple recipe, home-style Asian, prepared in a few minutes and winning at first bite. The wheat noodles are first boiled and then stir-fried with fresh shrimp and scallions for a balanced and tasty result—ideal for a quick but original dinner.
The sauce made with soy sauce, honey and ginger gives the dish a slightly sweet-and-sour note without overwhelming the delicate flavor of the shrimp.
Just a few steps to bring a complete first course to the table, perfect even when you have little time but don’t want to give up something tasty.
This noodles with shrimp recipe is ideal for four people and can be easily varied, for example by adding crunchy vegetables or a spicy note to suit your tastes. Easy, quick and flavorful, these noodles with shrimp and scallion are a great idea to change from the usual pasta and bring Asian-inspired flavors to the table with simple ingredients.
At the bottom of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the contact form at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Servings
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for noodles with shrimp and scallion
- 11 oz noodles (dry)
- 5 oz shrimp
- 4 fresh scallions
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- Wok
- Bowl
Recipe for noodles with shrimp and scallion
Start preparing the noodles with shrimp and scallion by making the dressing.
Put soy sauce, ginger and honey in a bowl.
Whisk everything with a whisk or spoon until the sauce is homogeneous.
Trim the scallions and chop them, keeping the green part as well.
Heat two tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a high-sided pan or wok.
Add the scallions and stir-fry them for a couple of minutes.
Add the shrimp as well: if you’re using frozen ones, make sure they are well drained and pat them dry with kitchen paper.
Also add a couple of tablespoons of the prepared sauce and cook for just half a minute.
In the meantime, cook the noodles following the instructions on the package, as the procedure may vary depending on the brand.
Put the noodles into the wok with the other ingredients and dress with the remaining soy sauce.
Stir-fry the noodles over high heat for a couple of minutes, turning them continuously.
Transfer the noodles with shrimp and scallion to plates and serve immediately while hot.
Noodles with shrimp and scallion: easy and quick Asian-style recipe
Easy and quick, these noodles with shrimp and scallion are perfect when you want to bring something different to the table without complicating your life. A few ingredients and a simple dressing that coats the noodles, making them pleasantly flavorful. Ideal for a quick dinner, they can also be varied slightly depending on what you have at home while always maintaining the same balance of flavors.
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I substitute the wheat noodles?
You can use rice noodles or thin spaghetti. The texture will change slightly, but the shrimp and scallion dressing will still work well.
Can I add vegetables?
Yes, you can enrich the noodles with julienned zucchini, carrots, bell peppers or bean sprouts. Add them to the pan and stir-fry quickly to keep them crisp.
Can they be prepared in advance?
It’s best to enjoy them just made, but you can prepare them a little in advance and quickly reheat in a pan, adding a splash of water or soy sauce.
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