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A vibrant dish of shrimp and peanut butter noodles garnished with peanuts and broccoli, showcasing its enticing blend of colors and flavors.

The Best Shrimp and Peanut Butter Noodles Recipe

Discover the delightful flavors of Shrimp and Peanut Butter Noodles with this quick and easy recipe. Perfect for a busy weeknight, this dish is ready in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner Plate
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 557 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 10 ounces dried Japanese udon noodles
  • 20 uncooked large shrimp - peeled deveined, tails left intact
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts Optional

Instructions
 

  • Mix together peanut butter, soy sauce, black vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil in a small bowl until sauce is well combined. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir in udon noodles and cook for 5 minutes. Add shrimp to the pot of boiling noodles and cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. Turn the heat off and leave the pot on the burner. Stir in broccoli; cover and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Drain noodle mixture and transfer to a large serving bowl. Pour sauce on top; stir to coat evenly. Garnish with peanuts to serve.
Keyword Noodles, Peanut Butter, Shrimp Dishes