Garlicky Shrimp and Soba Noodles

INGREDIENTS

• 12 oz. soba noodles
• 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 piece ginger, peeled and cut into matchsticks
• 1 bunch scallions, cut into 1" pieces
• 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. dry white wine
• 2 tbsp. honey
• 2 tbsp. sesame oil (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook soba noodles according to package directions. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over high heat, heat oil. Add ginger and cook until softened and flavor infuses oil, 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-high and add scallions and garlic. Cook, stirring to prevent garlic from burning, 2 minutes. Add shrimp and sear on both sides until just barely pink. Transfer to a plate.
3. Add soy sauce, wine, and honey to skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until mixtures becomes a thick sauce, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp and noodles and toss. Drizzle with sesame oil (if using) and serve.

Source: countryliving.com