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High-protein shrimp stir fry with noodles, broccoli, snap peas, and bell pepper in a glossy garlic-soy sauce served in a wok

High-Protein One-Pan Shrimp Stir Fry with Noodles

A quick and satisfying stir fry featuring tender shrimp, high-protein noodles, and vibrant vegetables all tossed in a glossy garlic-soy sauce ready in just 30 minutes with one pan and minimal cleanup.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled, deveined, and patted completely dry
  • 8 oz high-protein noodles rice noodles or high-protein pasta such as edamame or chickpea pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil avocado oil also works at higher heat
  • 1 bell pepper thinly sliced, any color
  • 1 cup broccoli florets cut into even bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup snap peas left whole
  • 2 cloves garlic minced fresh
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup honey for floral sweetness, maple for caramel note
  • 1 tsp sesame oil add at the very end for best aroma
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Medium pot
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook noodles according to package directions until just tender. Drain and toss immediately with a small drizzle of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside within easy reach of your stove.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers and looks slightly rippled. A properly preheated pan gives you a golden sear instead of steamed shrimp.
  3. Add minced garlic and the pat-dried shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring once or twice, until shrimp curl and turn pink and opaque. Cook in two batches if the pan feels crowded.
  4. Stir in the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and snap peas. Spread briefly for even heat contact. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until bright in color and tender-crisp. Do not overcook as they will finish with the noodles.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil all at once. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until the sauce turns glossy and coats everything evenly.
  6. Add the cooked noodles and toss well for 2 minutes until the sauce clings to every strand. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot topped with chopped green onions.

Notes

Pat shrimp completely dry before cooking for the best sear. Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. Cook shrimp in batches if needed to avoid crowding the pan. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.