20-Minute High-Protein Shrimp Stir Fry with Noodles
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A quick and easy high-protein shrimp stir fry with noodles, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
- Author: Oscar
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 8 oz (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 oz (115g) whole wheat noodles or rice noodles
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return shrimp to the pan. Add cooked noodles, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onion and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen shrimp—thaw frozen shrimp before cooking.
- Swap vegetables based on preference (e.g., snap peas or zucchini).
- For extra protein, add tofu or chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg