Impress with this restaurant-quality Chinese shrimp dish—succulent prawns wok-tossed in a luxurious garlic-butter sauce, served over golden crispy noodles. A 20-minute gourmet meal with a touch of chili and Shaoxing wine for depth.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
For the Crispy Noodles:
- 200g fresh egg noodles
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Garnish:
- Scallions, sliced
- Cilantro leaves
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep Noodles:
- Cook noodles 1 minute less than package instructions. Rinse, drain, and pat dry.
- Heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Fry noodles in small nests until golden (~2 mins per side). Drain on paper towels.
2️⃣ Cook Shrimp:
- Melt butter in a wok. Sauté garlic, ginger, and chili for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, stir-fry for 2 minutes until pink.
- Deglaze with Shaoxing wine, then add soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Toss 1 minute.
3️⃣ Serve:
- Place crispy noodles on a plate. Top with shrimp and sauce. Garnish with scallions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
