Chinese Garlic Butter Shrimp Noodles

Ingredients

• 12 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp chicken stock or water
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., canola)
• 6 oz noodles (lo mein or linguine)
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced(optional)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper(optional)
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the noodles according to package directions until just tender; drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, chicken stock (or water), brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.

3. 3

   Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add neutral oil, then cook shrimp in a single layer until pink and just cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side; remove to a plate.

4. 4

   Lower heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic; sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

5. 5

   Pour in the soy glaze mixture and simmer 1–2 minutes until glossy and slightly thickened.

6. 6

   Add shrimp back to the pan, toss to coat, then add drained noodles. Toss 1–2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and hot.

7. 7

   Finish with black pepper and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve topped with green onions (if using).