Description
Indulge in a quick, nutritious meal with this High-Protein Shrimp Stir Fry with Noodles, ready in just 25 minutes. Combining succulent shrimp with vibrant vegetables and high-protein noodles, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. The rich flavors of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil come together to create an unforgettable stir fry that satisfies both the palate and nutritional needs. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, you can whip up a delightful meal that’s sure to impress family and friends. Enjoy it straight from the pan or serve it over a bed of greens for an extra boost of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 8 ounces high-protein noodles (whole wheat or chickpea)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot (julienned)
- 1 cup snow peas
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Optional: crushed peanuts or cashews for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables; peel and devein the shrimp if necessary.
- Cook the high-protein noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper, broccoli, carrot, and snow peas; stir-fry for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Incorporate shrimp into the pan; stir-fry until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Mix in cooked noodles along with soy sauce and toss everything together for another couple of minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and crushed peanuts or cashews if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (250g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 140mg