Description
This Creamy Spicy Shrimp Ramen recipe features perfectly grilled shrimp marinated in a zesty lime and smoked paprika blend, tossed with tender ramen noodles in a rich, flavorful hoisin and Gochujang sauce finished with Parmesan and fresh parsley. It's a delicious fusion dish balancing creamy, spicy, and savory notes ideal for a quick yet impressive dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Grilled Shrimp:
- 1.5 pounds large shrimp, thawed, peeled, and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Juice of 1 lime
Ramen Noodles:
- 2 packs ramen noodles
Creamy Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Gochujang
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and lime juice. Mix well and let it marinate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Grill Shrimp: Skewer the marinated shrimp and grill them on medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they are pink and cooked through. Remove from grill and set aside.
- Cook Noodles: Boil ramen noodles in salted water for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter and add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in hoisin sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, Gochujang, and heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Add Fresh Ingredients: Stir in the chopped parsley and shredded Parmesan cheese into the sauce, mixing well to combine.
- Combine Shrimp and Noodles: Add the grilled shrimp and cooked ramen noodles into the sauce. Toss everything together gently to coat the shrimp and noodles evenly with the creamy sauce. Heat through for another 2 minutes if needed.
- Serve: Plate the creamy spicy shrimp ramen and garnish each serving with toasted sesame seeds and lime wedges for an added pop of flavor.
Notes
- For an extra spicy kick, increase the amount of Gochujang to taste.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning according to your preference.
- You can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free variation.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can pan-fry the shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for similar results.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in the marinade and garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 330 mg
