Grilled Shrimp Asian Noodle Bowl (Printable view)

Smoky grilled shrimp atop sesame noodles with fresh crisp vegetables and crunchy toppings

# What You Need:

→ Shrimp Marinade

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
05 - 1 teaspoon honey
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Noodles

08 - 8 ounces egg noodles
09 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
10 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
11 - 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Toppings

13 - 1 medium cucumber, julienned
14 - 1 cup fresh bean sprouts, rinsed
15 - 1 large avocado, sliced
16 - 1/3 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
17 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# How To Make:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add shrimp and toss until evenly coated. Allow to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
02 - Cook egg noodles according to package directions in a medium saucepan. Drain and rinse under cold water until cooled. Transfer to a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame seeds. Set aside.
03 - Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers if desired. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink with light char marks. Remove from heat.
04 - Divide dressed noodles evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange grilled shrimp on top of each portion. Layer with julienned cucumber, fresh bean sprouts, avocado slices, and chopped peanuts. Garnish with sliced scallions and fresh cilantro.
05 - Present each bowl with lime wedges on the side for diners to squeeze over as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes, so weeknight dinners feel less like a chore and more like an indulgence.
  • The contrast between smoky shrimp and cool, crisp vegetables creates a melody of sensations in every bite.
  • It's naturally adaptable—swap proteins, adjust heat, add extra vegetables without losing the soul of the dish.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the cooked noodles—they need to be completely cold or they'll wilt the fresh toppings and the entire bowl will turn soggy within minutes.
  • The shrimp will continue cooking slightly after you remove them from heat, so pull them off the grill when they're just barely pink to keep them tender rather than rubbery.
03 -
  • If you can't find toasted sesame seeds, buy regular ones and toast them yourself in a dry skillet for 30 seconds—the difference in flavor is worth the extra step.
  • For a spicy version, add sliced fresh chili or a drizzle of sriracha to the marinade, or set it on the side for people to adjust their own heat level.
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