Udon Noodles with Shrimp, Snow Peas, and Peanuts

Ingredients

• •1 whole red chile (such as Fresno), finely chopped
• •1 clove garlic clove, finely chopped
• •6 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
• •6 tablespoons soy sauce
• •3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• •2 tablespoons peanut butter
• •2 teaspoons sesame oil
• •1 tablespoon finely grated peeled ginger
• •1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• •2 cups snow peas, thinly sliced (about 8 ounces)
• •1 pound udon noodles
• •1 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined
• •⅓ cup coarsely chopped roasted salted peanuts
• •¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Cooking Instructions

1. 1.

   Whisk chile, garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, vegetable oil, peanut butter, sesame oil, ginger, and 1 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Add snow peas and toss to combine.

   5 min

2. 2.

   Cook udon in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions. Add shrimp 3 minutes before noodles are done and cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Drain noodles and shrimp and add to dressing; stir vigorously to combine.

   15 min

3. 3.

   Transfer noodle mixture to a serving bowl or platter. Top with peanuts and cilantro. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

   2 min