Bold, saucy, weeknight-worthy noodles
These spicy garlic shrimp noodles are the kind of crave-worthy dinner that feels restaurant-level but comes together fast at home. Juicy shrimp, loads of fragrant garlic, and slurpable noodles are tossed in a spicy, savory sauce that hits all the right notes. Perfect for busy weeknights, lazy weekends, or whenever you’re craving bold Asian-inspired flavors without takeout. With simple pantry staples and a quick cook time, this noodle bowl delivers big flavor with minimal effort. If you love spicy noodle recipes or quick shrimp dinners, this one deserves a permanent spot in your rotation.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 2–3
📝 Ingredients List
- 8 oz noodles (lo mein, ramen, or rice noodles)
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tbsp chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar or honey
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, extra heat)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large skillet or wok
- Medium pot for boiling noodles
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Tongs or wooden spoon
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package directions until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and lightly season with salt.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and chili garlic sauce. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it burn!).
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes. The sauce should look glossy and slightly thick.
- Add cooked noodles and toss well to coat evenly.
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss everything together for 1–2 minutes until hot.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately 🔥🍜🧄
💡 Pro Tips
- Noodle swap: Spaghetti works surprisingly well if you’re out of Asian noodles.
- Extra saucy: Double the sauce ingredients if you like very saucy noodles.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Protein swap: This recipe also works great with chicken or tofu if shrimp isn’t available.