Description
This Teriyaki Shrimp Noodles recipe combines tender, perfectly seared shrimp with vibrant bell peppers and spaghetti noodles, all tossed in a homemade tangy-sweet teriyaki sauce. Quick and easy to make, this Japanese-inspired dish is a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or when you’re craving your favorite takeout flavors at home.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 pound spaghetti or noodles of your choice
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Cooking Fats and Oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Vegetables
- 2 yellow bell peppers, deseeded and cut into long strips
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Teriyaki Sauce
- ⅓ cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare boiling water: Bring a large pot with generously salted water to a boil to cook the spaghetti or noodles according to package instructions.
- Season shrimp: While waiting, peel and devein the shrimp. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder to season evenly. Set aside.
- Make teriyaki sauce: In a jar or small bowl, combine teriyaki sauce, low sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, mirin, brown sugar, and sriracha. Stir or shake well to blend and set aside.
- Prepare vegetables: Deseed and slice bell peppers into long strips. Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.
- Cook pasta: Add spaghetti or noodles to the boiling water and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Sear shrimp: Heat vegetable oil and butter over medium-high heat in a large skillet or pot. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear for about 1 minute per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and transfer to a clean bowl. Set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: Reduce heat to medium. Add bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until slightly tender. Add onion and garlic, cooking for an additional 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Add sauce and simmer: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce into the skillet with vegetables and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Combine shrimp and noodles: Reduce heat to medium-low and return shrimp to the skillet. Simmer for 1 minute to combine flavors, then add cooked spaghetti or noodles. Toss everything together for 1 minute to coat noodles with the sauce evenly.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately for a warm, flavorful teriyaki shrimp noodle dish.
Notes
- Use shrimp that is peeled and deveined for best texture and ease of eating.
- Substitute spaghetti with any noodles such as udon, ramen, or rice noodles for varied texture.
- Adjust sriracha quantity for preferred spiciness level.
- Mirin can be substituted with a combination of rice vinegar and a little sugar if unavailable.
- For gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and noodles.
- Make sure not to overcook shrimp; they cook quickly and become rubbery if left too long on heat.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
