Ingredients
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Peanut Sauce
- 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce tamari for gluten-free
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce optional
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon grated garlic
- 3–4 tablespoons hot water
Other Ingredients
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
- 8 ounces uncooked rice noodles
- 1 avocado peeled and sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
- 1 jalapeño sliced thin
Instructions
- Prep the veggies
Start by chopping and slicing all your vegetables. Having everything prepped ahead of time makes assembly a breeze. Pro tip: Slice the veggies thinly for the best texture in each bite. - Cook the rice noodles
Boil the noodles according to the package instructions, then rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking and keep them from sticking. Drizzle with a touch of oil if you’re worried about clumping. - Make the peanut sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, lime juice, honey, soy sauce, sriracha, fish sauce (if using), ginger, and garlic. Add 3-4 tablespoons of hot water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches a pourable consistency. Taste and adjust as needed—maybe a little more lime for tang or sriracha for heat. - Cook the shrimp
Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they’re pink and opaque. Don’t overcook—shrimp go from perfect to rubbery in seconds! - Assemble the bowls
Divide the rice noodles into serving bowls. Arrange the veggies and shrimp on top, like a colorful mosaic. Drizzle generously with the peanut sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro if you like. Serve with a lime wedge for that extra zing.
Notes
How to serve and impress your guests
When serving, aim for that Instagram-worthy presentation. Arrange the veggies in neat sections over the noodles, letting the colors shine. A drizzle of peanut sauce ties everything together, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped peanuts adds crunch. Pair these bowls with some crispy spring rolls on the side or a light miso soup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: dinner