Noodles with broccoli and shrimp recipe

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is more affordable and suitable for vegetarians.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while spaghetti is often less expensive.

Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Add cooked noodles to the skillet with broccoli.

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water; pour over noodles and broccoli.

Toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.

Return shrimp to the skillet; mix well and cook for an additional minute.

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

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