Sesame‑Ginger Shrimp Noodles
Shrimp tossed with noodles, sesame oil, ginger, and a dash of soy for a bright, fast dinner.

Total
18 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 200 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 150 g spaghetti or thin egg noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons low‑sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced(optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds(optional)
- to taste black pepper(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Cook the noodles according to package directions (about 6‑7 minutes), drain, and set aside.
- 2
While the noodles cook, heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat; add the ginger and sauté for 30 seconds.
- 3
Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with black pepper, and stir‑cook until pink and opaque, about 2‑3 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the cooked noodles and soy sauce, tossing everything together for another 1‑2 minutes until heated through.
- 5
Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
420
21% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbohydrate | 45 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
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