Spicy Peanut Shrimp Rice Noodles
Description
Shrimp in a spicy peanut sauce are served with rice noodles, cilantro, peanuts, and yogurt for a refreshing Thai-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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3/4 white onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 pound frozen shrimp, thawed
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2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
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2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
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1 teaspoon red chile paste, or more to taste
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1 (8 ounce) package wide rice noodles
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hot water to cover
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
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1/4 cup Greek-style yogurt, or to taste
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1/4 cup chopped peanuts, or to taste
Directions
1
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat; saute onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes until garlic is slightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp begin to firm, about 5 minutes.
2
Stir tomatoes, peanut butter, and red chile paste into shrimp mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
3
Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
4
Divide noodles among serving plates; top with shrimp sauce. Garnish each serving with cilantro, yogurt, and peanuts.