Craving a dish that combines the savory goodness of bacon with the succulent taste of shrimp, all tossed together in a delightful stir fry? Look no further! Our Bacon Shrimp Ramen Stir Fry is not just a meal; it's an experience that will elevate your weeknight dinners to gourmet status. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a vibrant, flavorful dish that serves four and showcases the best of Asian cuisine. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your family or guests with this quick and easy recipe that’s sure to become a favorite!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz ramen noodles
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, snap peas)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, peeling and deveining shrimp, and slicing green onions.
- Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions, but drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp and fat is rendered, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Remove bacon pieces with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving bacon grease in the pan.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add shrimp to the bacon grease. Cook for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through.
- Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return bacon pieces to the skillet and add cooked ramen noodles.
- Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture, tossing everything together to combine and heat through.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well-coated and heated evenly.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Prep Ahead: To save time, wash and chop your vegetables, peel and devein the shrimp, and slice the green onions before you start cooking. This will streamline the cooking process and make it more enjoyable.
- Cook Noodles Perfectly: Follow the package instructions for the ramen noodles, but remember to rinse them with cold water after draining. This stops the cooking process and prevents them from becoming mushy.
- Bacon Flavor: Don’t skimp on the bacon! The rendered fat adds a rich flavor to the shrimp and vegetables, so make sure to cook it until it's nice and crispy.
- High Heat for Stir Fry: When adding the shrimp and vegetables, make sure your skillet or wok is at medium-high heat. This helps to achieve that perfect stir-fry texture—tender yet crisp.
- Customize Your Veggies: Feel free to mix and match your vegetables based on what you have on hand. Broccoli, snow peas, or bell peppers all work wonderfully in this dish.
- Garnish for Flair: Don’t forget to garnish with sliced green onions before serving. They add a fresh crunch and a pop of color that makes your dish look even more appetizing!
- Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed hot off the stove, so serve it right away to savor the flavors at their peak!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 425kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 32g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 230mg
