15-Minute Asian Noodle Bowl (Printable Version)

Vibrant sesame noodles topped with grilled shrimp and crisp vegetables, finished with tangy lime.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp & Marinade

01 - 7 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
04 - 1 teaspoon honey
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

→ Noodles & Sauce

08 - 5 oz dried Asian wheat noodles or rice noodles
09 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
13 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce
14 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Fresh Toppings

15 - 1 small carrot, julienned
16 - 1/2 cucumber, julienned
17 - 2 spring onions, sliced
18 - 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
20 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How to Prepare:

01 - Combine shrimp with soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly and set aside while preparing remaining components.
02 - Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold water until cooled.
03 - Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, and toasted sesame seeds in a large bowl. Add cooked noodles and toss until evenly coated.
04 - Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill marinated shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through.
05 - Divide dressed noodles between serving bowls. Arrange grilled shrimp on top of noodles.
06 - Top bowls with julienned carrot, cucumber, sliced spring onions, fresh cilantro, and red bell pepper. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The whole thing comes together in 15 minutes, which means you can actually make this on a Tuesday without losing your mind.
  • Grilled shrimp gets this beautiful char and slightly crispy edge that makes the entire bowl feel restaurant-worthy.
  • It's built for customization, so whether you have cilantro or you hate it, you're genuinely in control.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the cooked noodles; it stops them from clumping together and makes the whole bowl taste fresher.
  • The shrimp finishes cooking so fast that if you step away from the grill pan, you'll overshoot it. Stay present for those 90 seconds.
03 -
  • Make the sauce in advance; it keeps in the fridge for a few days, and then you're three minutes away from dinner on a chaotic evening.
  • If you don't have a grill pan, a regular skillet works just fine; you just won't get those gorgeous char marks that make it look restaurant-quality.
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