I love trying new recipes in the kitchen and this one is so good I really want to share it with you!
This healthy and delicious Coriander Shrimp Bee Hoon Bowl is perfect Quick and Easy Lunch or Dinner Recipes! I’ve also included vegetarian options in case you don’t like meat or have vegetarians in your life who you know will love this too.
Nutrients in food: Proteins, carbohydrates and fats, as well as micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals from fruits and vegetables, should all be part of the diet. It’s good practice to become familiar with these nutrients and the foods you add to your meals.
if you have ever used one of my meal plans You can know exactly what nutrients are in each meal and get used to making a plate that meets your energy needs.
This recipe combines all the elements of a balanced nutrition that is not only good for you, but also good for you!
- shrimp A great source of lean protein, vitamins and minerals when responsibly sourced from Important choice of seafood. It is also a good source of healthy fats, including omega 3 fatty acids, whose benefits include enhanced cardiovascular health and improved cognitive function (1).
Shrimp is also rich in astaxanthin, an antioxidant derived from seaweed that has been shown to help liver and kidney function.2) and good for skin health (3). - rice flour A good source of carbohydrates to fuel your workouts and everything you do, an excellent gluten-free noodle option. Feel free to use whole wheat rice or zucchini noodles if you prefer.
- tomatoes, peas, parsley, and green onions Complete the meal with added phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals, and provide you with an excellent source of fiber to support a healthy gut and normal digestive function.
All of these healthy ingredients combine to create a really amazing quick and easy meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner! enjoy!
Coriander Shrimp Bee Hoon
yield: 2 servings
You will need: Knife, cutting board, measuring cup and spoon, plate, medium pot, strainer, tongs, large frying pan
key: T = tablespoon; tsp = teaspoon
raw material: 
- 3/4 pound peeled shrimp (or 14 ounces tofu, vegetarian version)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup peas, thinly sliced lengthwise
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 large shallots, sliced
- 4 ounces rice noodles
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 sprigs cilantro, chopped
direction: 
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the noodles. Once they are completely submerged, give them a quick stir, cover, and remove from heat.
- Let them soak for 8 minutes, then drain the water and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with half of the sesame oil and season with salt and pepper. Stir until well combined and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the other half of the oil and shrimp. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, until fully cooked and the meat is blanched. (If using tofu, bake for 1-2 minutes per side or until they are browned.)
- Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the red onion, garlic, and peas over medium-high heat. Brown the peas, stirring frequently. Add tomatoes, scallions, pre-cooked rice noodles and lime juice and bring to a simmer. Add the shrimp or tofu and mix well.
- Divide into two bowls and top with chopped cilantro.
nutrient content
Let me know if you make this recipe and how you like it – I love hearing from you!
Need help with healthy eating? When planning a week, I consider:
- 2-3 breakfast options I like
- some that can double as a main course for dinner or lunch
- Some smoothie ideas with free ingredients that give you a variety of vegetables
- A snack option like homemade protein muffins or an easy-to-make dried fruit assortment that will make you want to eat more on hungry days.
- Complete your plan with some staples you want to have on hand every day, like a large mixed greens salad and some rice, quinoa, or easy-to-grab sweet potato wedges…then build your grocery list around it.
this 30 Day Challenge Meal Plan Includes all recipes and grocery lists for a full 4 weeks of breakfasts, smoothies, side dishes, snacks and entrees – there are so many delicious options and structures to help you eat right for your life!
Check out everything included in the 30-Day Challenge Meal Plan here and let me make your life easier!
- “Omega-3 Fatty Acids.” National Institutes of Health: Office of Dietary Supplements. August 2021. The internet. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Omega3FattyAcids-HealthProfessional/
- Sira, Assad et al. “Astaxanthin in shrimp by-products ameliorates kidney disease in diabetic rats.” European Journal of Nutrition roll. 54, 2 (2015). The internet. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24821271/
- DaVinelli, Sergio et al. “The role of astaxanthin in skin health, repair and disease: a comprehensive review.” nutrients roll. 10,4 522. April 22, 2018. The internet. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29690549/
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