Ingredients
Shrimp and Protein
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
Noodles
- 8 ounces uncooked rice noodles
Vegetables
- 1 avocado, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
- 1 jalapeño, sliced thin
Peanut Sauce
- Peanut butter (amount not specified, approximately 1/4 cup)
- Soy sauce (approximately 2 tablespoons)
- Rice vinegar (approximately 1 tablespoon)
- Honey or sweetener (approximately 1 tablespoon)
- Garlic, minced (1 clove)
- Ginger, grated (1 teaspoon)
- Water to thin sauce as needed
Other
- Olive oil (for cooking shrimp)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Thoroughly wash and chop all the vegetables as directed. Slice the avocado, shred the carrots, slice the red bell pepper, cucumbers, red cabbage, and jalapeño thinly to prepare for assembly.
- Cook the Rice Noodles: Follow the package instructions to cook the rice noodles until tender. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water to stop cooking and keep them from sticking. Drain well.
- Make the Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth and creamy. Add water gradually to reach your desired sauce consistency. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Place shrimp in the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until shrimp curl and turn opaque. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice noodles evenly among four bowls. Top each with the prepared vegetables and cooked shrimp. Drizzle peanut sauce over each bowl to your liking. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges for an extra citrusy kick.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add extra jalapeño or a sprinkle of chili flakes to the peanut sauce.
- Rice noodles typically cook quickly; be careful not to overcook to maintain a pleasant texture.
- You can substitute shrimp with tofu or cooked chicken for variations.
- Peanut sauce amounts are estimated; adjust sauce ingredients based on personal preference for creaminess and flavor balance.
- Use fresh lime wedges to enhance the bright flavors of the dish right before eating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
