Shrimp Kung Pao Noodles

Name: Shrimp Kung Pao Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp; 1 lb spaghetti noodles; 2 red bell peppers, diced; 3 green onions, thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced; 2 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce; 2 tbsp sriracha; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 2 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup roasted peanuts; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

These shrimp Kung Pao noodles are tossed in a bold, savory-sweet chili sauce with crisp-tender bell peppers and crunchy roasted peanuts. It is a fast, flavor-packed dinner that brings takeout-style comfort to your table in well under an hour.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time20 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

shrimp
1 lb
spaghetti noodles
1 lb
red bell peppers, diced
2
green onions, thinly sliced
3
garlic, minced
3 cloves
fresh ginger, minced
2 tsp
sesame oil
2 tsp
extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp
low-sodium soy sauce
0.3 cup
low-sodium chicken broth
0.5 cup
sweet chili sauce
0.3 cup
sriracha
2 tbsp
rice vinegar
2 tbsp
cornstarch
2 tbsp
kosher salt
1 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
0.5 tsp
roasted peanuts
0.5 cup
fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the green onions and ginger, and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp, season lightly with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until pink and opaque. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.