✨ Introduction
Spicy Steak and Shrimp Peanut Noodles is a bold and comforting noodle dish packed with tender steak, juicy shrimp, silky noodles, and a rich creamy peanut sauce with spicy heat. The savory garlic-peanut sauce coats every strand of noodles perfectly while the steak and shrimp create a hearty surf-and-turf twist full of bold flavor. Creamy, spicy, and deeply satisfying, this restaurant-style comfort meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or serious noodle cravings.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Steak & Shrimp
• 1 lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced
• ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Peanut Sauce
• ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce or sriracha
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 2–4 tbsp warm water (to thin sauce)
For the Noodles
• 8 oz ramen noodles, lo mein noodles, or rice noodles
• 1 tbsp butter or oil
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 2 green onions, sliced
Optional Toppings
• Crushed peanuts
• Sesame seeds
• Lime wedges
• Chili oil
• Fresh cilantro
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Noodles
Boil the noodles according to package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the Peanut Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and warm water until smooth and creamy.
3️⃣ Cook the Steak
Season steak with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear until browned and tender. Remove and set aside.
4️⃣ Cook the Shrimp
In the same skillet, cook shrimp until pink and tender.
5️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables
Add butter or oil to the skillet and sauté bell peppers and carrots until tender-crisp.
6️⃣ Combine the Noodles
Add the noodles and peanut sauce to the skillet and toss until fully coated and heated through.
7️⃣ Add the Steak & Shrimp
Return the steak and shrimp to the skillet and toss gently.
8️⃣ Plate the Dish
Serve the spicy peanut noodles hot in bowls.
9️⃣ Garnish and Serve
Top with green onions, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro, chili oil, or lime wedges if desired.
🔟 Serve and Enjoy
Serve hot for a creamy, spicy, and deeply comforting noodle feast.
❓ FAQ
What noodles work best?
Ramen, lo mein, or rice noodles all work beautifully.
Can I make the sauce spicier?
Add extra chili garlic sauce or chili oil.
What steak works best?
Sirloin is tender and cooks quickly.
Can I add vegetables?
Broccoli, bok choy, or snap peas pair perfectly.
Can I use almond butter instead?
Yes, almond butter works as a substitute.
🍜 Final Thoughts
Spicy Steak and Shrimp Peanut Noodles is the perfect creamy comfort dish packed with tender steak, juicy shrimp, rich peanut sauce, and silky noodles. Bold, hearty, and deeply satisfying, it’s a cozy restaurant-style meal full of spicy savory flavor and comforting goodness.
