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20-Min Shrimp Ankake Yakisoba

Crispy fried noodles topped with tender shrimp in a silky, savory sauce. This one-pan weeknight dinner comes together in under 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
410
Protein
18g
20-Min Shrimp Ankake Yakisoba
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook yakisoba noodles in boiling water for 3 minutes until tender, then drain and pat dry.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Spread noodles flat in the skillet and let cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until edges crisp and golden.

  4. Step 4

    Push noodles to the side; add shrimp and onion to the open space and cook for 2 minutes until shrimp start to pink.

  5. Step 5

    Whisk soy sauce, cornstarch, and water together, then pour over noodles and shrimp.

  6. Step 6

    Toss everything together and cook for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the noodles.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • pot for boiling
  • small bowl or measuring cup
  • whisk

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