Peanutty Somen Noodles with Shrimp Recipe

Name: Peanutty Somen Noodles with Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked somen noodles; 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 2 teaspoons peanut oil; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced; 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup chopped scallions; Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

8 ounces uncooked somen noodles
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 teaspoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped scallions
Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish, optional

1
Cook noodles according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, peanut butter, sesame oil, and hot sauce.
3
Whisk until blended and set pan over medium heat.
4
Bring to a simmer.
5
Simmer 10 minutes.
6
Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
7
Add ginger and garlic and saute 2 minutes.
8
Add bell pepper and saute 2 minutes.
9
Add shrimp and saute 2 minutes.
10
Add 1 cup of the peanut sauce sauce and simmer 2 minutes, until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through.
11
Drain noodles and add to shrimp mixture.
12
Toss to combine.
13
Transfer noodle mixture to 4 individual plates and top each serving with peanuts, scallions and cilantro, if desired.
14
Reserve remaining peanut sauce for additional meals such as Robin's Steak Salad with Peanut-lime Dressing, or Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce.

769

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked somen noodles, 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter, and more.

Yes, Peanutty Somen Noodles with Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Peanutty Somen Noodles with Shrimp

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