Smoky grilled shrimp over sesame noodles with crisp vegetables, avocado, and peanuts—a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
# Components:
→ Shrimp Marinade
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
04 - 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
05 - 1 tsp honey
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Noodles
08 - 8 oz egg noodles
09 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
10 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
11 - 2 tsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
→ Toppings
13 - 1 medium cucumber, julienned
14 - 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
15 - 1 large avocado, sliced
16 - 1/3 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, chopped
17 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
19 - Lime wedges for serving
# Method steps:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
02 - Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water until cooled. Toss with sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds. Set aside.
03 - Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers if desired. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and lightly charred. Remove from heat.
04 - Divide dressed noodles equally among four bowls. Top each portion with grilled shrimp, julienned cucumber, bean sprouts, avocado slices, and chopped peanuts. Sprinkle with scallions and fresh cilantro.
05 - Serve bowls immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over individual portions.
