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Sesame Garlic Shrimp & Soba Recipe

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This Sesame Garlic Shrimp & Soba recipe features succulent shrimp seared to perfection and tossed with tender soba noodles in a savory sauce made of soy, honey, garlic, and ginger. Finished with a crunchy sprinkle of black and white sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this quick skillet dish combines Asian-inspired flavors with a satisfying, healthy noodle meal perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Shrimp and Noodles

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
  • 8 ounces soba noodles

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)

Cooking and Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons black and white sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Dry the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear and prevent steaming during cooking.
  2. Cook Soba Noodles: Prepare soba noodles following package instructions. Drain and immediately rinse with cold water to halt cooking and prevent sticking. Set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger if using.
  4. Sear the Shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place shrimp in a single layer without crowding. Cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return all cooked shrimp to skillet. Pour sauce over shrimp and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, tossing gently until sauce thickens and coats shrimp evenly.
  6. Toss with Noodles: Add the soba noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until noodles are well coated with the shrimp and sauce.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with black and white sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Drying the shrimp is crucial to avoid steaming and to achieve a nice sear.
  • Cooking the soba noodles and rinsing immediately with cold water prevents overcooking and sticking.
  • Cooking shrimp in batches ensures they cook evenly and do not steam.
  • Fresh ginger is optional but adds a lovely brightness to the sauce.
  • Use tails-on shrimp for better presentation and flavor, but tails can be removed if preferred.
  • This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the contrast between warm shrimp and noodles and the fresh green onion garnish.

Find it online: https://mealoria.com/sesame-garlic-shrimp-and-soba-recipe/