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Ginger Shrimp & Glass Noodles

A delightful combination of juicy shrimp and silky glass noodles enveloped in a sweet-spicy sauce, bringing comfort and flavor to your table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Southeast Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce (use a quality brand for the best flavor)
  • 2 Tbsp oyster sauce (I recommend Lee Kum Kee for rich umami)
  • 1 tsp black soy sauce (for a deeper color and sweetness)
  • 2 tsp sugar (brown sugar gives added richness)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil (can substitute with regular sesame oil)
  • 120 mL chicken stock or water (low-sodium broth is great)
Main Ingredients
  • 80 g dry glass noodles (look for good quality; stay away from instant)
  • 8-10 medium shrimp (head on, shell on; fresh is best)
  • 1/2 tsp black peppercorns (freshly ground provides the best flavor)
  • 1/2 tsp white peppercorns (adds a gentle heat)
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced; fresh is preferred)
  • 15 slices ginger (fresh ginger elevates the flavor)
  • 8 stems cilantro (for fragrance; use roots for more flavor)
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil (can substitute with any neutral oil)
  • 1 piece green onion (sliced on a bias for garnish)
  • 1 handful Chinese celery leaves (optional, adds fresh crunch)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the dry glass noodles in room temperature water for about 10 minutes until they soften. Once ready, drain and cut into shorter lengths if preferred.
  2. Trim the antennae of the shrimp and cut the shell along the back to remove the vein.
  3. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, black soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and chicken stock, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  4. In a larger bowl, toss the soaked noodles and shrimp, then pour the prepared sauce over and mix gently.
Cooking
  1. Grind the black and white peppercorns in a mortar and pestle, then add the minced garlic and cilantro to create a fragrant paste.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, add the garlic-cilantro mixture, and sauté for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the noodles and shrimp, pouring the sauce over the top and bringing it to a gentle boil.
  4. Cover the pot and simmer for 3 minutes, then give everything a stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and noodles absorb the sauce.
Serving
  1. Transfer to a serving bowl, top with green onion and/or Chinese celery leaves, cover, and let it steam for a minute before serving.

Notes

Always go for fresh seafood and high-quality ingredients. Prepare sauce and soak noodles in advance for ease. Avoid overcooking the shrimp, which can lead to a rubbery texture.