Creamy Spicy Garlic Noodles with Shrimp

Ingredients

• 0.5 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 tbsp oil (for coating shrimp)
• 1 tbsp Korean spice blend (such as a gochugaru-based rub)
• 0.5 lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 8 oz noodles (udon or ramen noodles)
• 2 tbsp butter (unsalted)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for the sauce base)
• 3 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp parsley (freshly chopped)
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 green onion (sliced for garnish)
• 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.

2. 2

   In a bowl, coat the shrimp with a little oil and season thoroughly with the Korean spice blend. Mix well to ensure even coverage.

3. 3

   Thread the seasoned shrimp onto the soaked wooden skewers.

4. 4

   Cook the shrimp over charcoal (or in a pan or air fryer) for a few minutes per side until pink and opaque. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

5. 5

   Prepare your noodles (ramen or udon) according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

6. 6

   In a large pan over medium heat, combine the butter, olive oil, minced garlic, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and gochujang. Stir until the butter is melted and the aromatics are fragrant.

7. 7

   Pour in the heavy cream and add the chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and well combined.

8. 8

   Toss the cooked noodles and grilled shrimp into the pan with the sauce, coating everything thoroughly.

9. 9

   Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

The author suggests using udon noodles as a personal favorite, though ramen works well too. Shrimp can be cooked via charcoal grill, pan-sear, or air fryer depending on equipment availability.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• shrimp
• noodles
• spicy
• fusion
• seafood
• dinner