Shirataki noodles are a great addition to any stir-fry. They have a unique texture and can really bulk up a dish. This particular stir-fry features vegetables and meat of your choice and shirataki noodles in a flavorful sauce.
peanut oil, for pan
2 cups stir fry vegetables, your choice (fresh or frozen)
1 cup cubed chicken, beef, or seafood, optional
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
1 tablespoon red chili paste
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
2 packages (7 ounce size) shirataki (yam) noodles
Rinse the yam noodles and cut into smaller pieces. Set aside.
Heat a wok or skillet over medium heat with just enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Add the vegetables and optional chicken, beef or seafood, stirring occasionally, until cooked to desired doneness.
Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients, except yam noodles, in a small dish until blended. If desired you can whisk in a teaspoon of cornstarch to help the sauce stick to the noodles more.
Stir the sauce into the vegetables. Stir in the yam noodles and heat through.
Add a handful of chopped nuts like peanuts or cashews to the stir-fry for some crunch.
If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add a teaspoon of honey or brown sugar to the sauce mixture.
To thicken the sauce, dissolve a teaspoon of cornstarch in a little water and add it to the sauce.
Be careful not to overcook the vegetables.
If you like it spicy, increase the amount of red chili paste or add fresh sliced chili peppers.
Try making the dish with different proteins like shrimp, pork, or tempeh.
Shirataki noodles, originating from Japan, are low-calorie, carb-free noodles made from glucomannan, a fiber from the konjac plant. Known for their rubbery texture and ability to absorb flavors, they are popular in weight loss and low-carb diets, used in a variety of dishes like stir-fries and soups.
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