shirataki

Shirataki Marinata Recipe

Nicole Seana, , , ,

I am experimenting with food for my clients again!

Shirataki Noodles are a good option for someone who wants to add bulk (more mentally and physically filling) to meals, without adding carbs and very minimal added calories. I am not a big fan of fake meals, so I like to make a meal that I usually would (heavy on veggies) and add a bit of Shirataki noodles for different spin on a recipe that I make often. For example, it’s nice to add about 1/4 cup to soups or to a stirfry.

One complaint about Shirataki noodles is that they are more firm than regular noodles and also that they can have a little bit of a sea-like taste to them. A tip to improve both of these factors is to first sautée your veggies and then add the noodles to slightly brown. Next, and add the sauce to the pan. Cook the noodles and the sauce for a few minutes and they will absorb the flavor and also get a little softer.


Shirataki noodles with tomato sauce and veggies; adding a little meat is optional. Next time I would also add shredded zucchini.

Shirataki Marinata Recipe

Shirataki Noodles 3 Ways

Nicole Seana, ,

Shirataki noodles have come along way since I first tried them years ago. They are known for being extremely low in calories and high in fiber, mimicking regular noodles more than other very low-calorie options such as spiralize zucchini or spaghetti squash. 

The major complaints about Shirataki noodles are that they can have a slightly fishy smell and are firmer than regular noodles. The best way to correct these issues are 1) Rinse the noodles a couple of times in fresh water before using and water before using and 2) Add the noodles to the pot during cooking so that they absorb the flavor of the sauce.

Two types I tried:


Almost any brand is like this one – a slightly fishy smell before rinsing, ~15 calories per serving (2/3 cup), easy to find in the refrigerated section of most better-stocked grocery stores.


Shirataki noodles with oat fiber – no fishy smell, ~30 calories per serving, more difficult to find in the store (I ordered mine from netrition.com).

Three favorite meals are below. I hope you will try one!


Chicken, mushrooms and a dusting of parmesean and nutritional yeast, with and without tomato sauce.


Asian salad with mixed veggie “noodles” (daikon and jicama), toasted almonds, cilantro, oven-roasted broccoli and shirataki noodles heated in a pan with sesame oil, miso and picked ginger.


Tofu, broccoli, mushrooms,  red cabbage and shirataki noodles stir-fried in a sesame sauce, topped with toasted coconut flakes.

Shirataki Noodles 3 Ways