Description

Shrimp Kung Pao Noodles are a bold and satisfying noodle dish made with tender shrimp, colorful bell peppers, crunchy peanuts, and a savory spicy sauce. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami while remaining easy enough for a weeknight meal. The noodles soak up every bit of sauce, creating a comforting and flavorful dish that feels restaurant quality at home.

Ingredients

Spaghetti

Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

Sesame oil

Extra virgin olive oil

Green onions, thinly sliced

Fresh ginger, minced

Garlic cloves, minced

Bell peppers, chopped

Cornstarch

Low sodium soy sauce such as Kikkoman Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce, San J Tamari Soy Sauce, or La Choy Soy Sauce

Low sodium chicken broth

Sweet chili sauce

Sriracha such as Texas Pete Original Hot Sauce, Crystal Hot Sauce, or Sriraja Panich Hot Sauce

Rice vinegar

Roasted peanuts

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until just tender, then drain and set aside

2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook green onions and ginger until fragrant

3. Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until opaque, then remove and set aside

4. Add olive oil to the same skillet and cook bell peppers until softened

5. Stir in garlic and cook briefly until aromatic

6. Sprinkle cornstarch over the vegetables and stir well

7. Pour in soy sauce, chicken broth, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar, whisking until smooth

8. Simmer the sauce until slightly thickened

9. Add cooked noodles, shrimp, and peanuts to the skillet and toss until evenly coated

10. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving

Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp, as they can become rubbery very quickly

Use low sodium soy sauce to keep the dish balanced and not overly salty

Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of Sriracha

If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of chicken broth to loosen it

Fresh ginger and garlic provide the best flavor compared to powdered versions

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir Fry
Cuisine: Asian Inspired