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Shrimp Coconut Noodle Bowl

This dish features tender shrimp cooked in a rich coconut sauce tossed with al dente noodles. The sauce has a glossy appearance and a balanced tropical flavor, enveloping the ingredients for a vibrant, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz rice noodles preferably thin or medium
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated fresh
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup fresh spinach

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling noodles
  • Skillet or wok for cooking shrimp and sauce
  • Cooking spoon or spatula
  • Knife for chopping
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté until fragrant and just beginning to brown, about 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes, until it becomes glossy and fragrant.
  5. Stir in soy sauce and lime juice. Add the cooked shrimp and fresh spinach to the skillet, tossing gently until spinach wilts and everything is coated evenly with the sauce, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls. Spoon the shrimp and coconut sauce over the noodles, ensuring even distribution. Garnish with additional lime or herbs if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped cilantro or a pinch of red pepper flakes before serving.