Grilled Shrimp Asian Noodle Bowl (Printable)

Smoky grilled shrimp over sesame noodles with fresh vegetables and crunchy toppings.

# What You Need:

→ Shrimp Marinade

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
05 - 1 teaspoon honey
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Noodles

08 - 8 ounces egg noodles
09 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
10 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
11 - 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Toppings

13 - 1 medium cucumber, julienned
14 - 1 cup fresh bean sprouts, rinsed
15 - 1 large avocado, sliced
16 - 1/3 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
17 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# How To Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Allow to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions until tender. Drain and rinse under cold running water until cooled. Transfer to a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds. Set aside.
03 - Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers if desired. Place shrimp on the hot grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the flesh turns pink and develops light char marks. Transfer to a plate.
04 - Divide dressed noodles evenly among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with grilled shrimp, julienned cucumber, bean sprouts, avocado slices, and chopped peanuts. Garnish with sliced scallions and fresh cilantro leaves.
05 - Present each bowl with lime wedges on the side for diners to squeeze over as desired. Serve immediately while shrimp retains warmth.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The shrimp gets this incredible smoky char that somehow tastes fancy but comes together in under thirty minutes.
  • It's one of those dishes where every component stands on its own but together they create something unexpectedly harmonious.
02 -
  • Don't skip marinating the shrimp, even though it feels like a small step—those 15 minutes make the difference between bland and actually memorable.
  • Cold noodles are essential here, so rinse them thoroughly under cold water after draining, or they'll turn gummy and stick together.
03 -
  • If you want a spicy version, add sliced fresh chili or a drizzle of sriracha right before serving so people can control their own heat level.
  • Rice noodles work beautifully here too if you need gluten-free, though they're a bit more delicate—treat them gently or they'll shred.
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