Description
Sizzling garlic shrimp stir fry delivers an explosion of Asian-inspired flavors that dance across your palate. Succulent shrimp mingle with crisp vegetables and aromatic garlic, promising a quick, delectable meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled & deveined
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup snap peas (or green beans)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Sauce and Seasonings:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for depth)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Craft a zesty sauce by blending soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in a small mixing bowl. Dissolve cornstarch with water and whisk into the liquid mixture, creating a smooth, glossy base.
- Warm olive oil and butter in a spacious skillet, allowing the fat to shimmer and dance. Introduce shrimp to the hot surface, seasoning with a delicate salt sprinkle. Sear each side until they transform into a rosy, translucent pink, roughly 2-3 minutes per side. Carefully transfer cooked shrimp to a waiting plate.
- Utilize the same pan to release aromatic garlic and ginger, stirring rapidly to prevent burning. Within moments, the kitchen will fill with an enticing fragrance. Toss in vibrant bell peppers, crisp broccoli florets, and tender snap peas, orchestrating a colorful vegetable symphony.
- Reintroduce the perfectly cooked shrimp into the vegetable medley. Cascade the prepared sauce over the ingredients, gently folding to ensure every morsel receives a luxurious coating. Allow the mixture to simmer, watching the sauce gradually thicken and cling to each component.
- Elevate the dish with a sprinkle of finely chopped green onions and a delicate shower of toasted sesame seeds. Present your culinary creation atop steamed rice, tangle of noodles, or enjoy as a standalone masterpiece bursting with flavor.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes, allowing spice-sensitive diners to enjoy the dish without overwhelming their palate.
- Opt for low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content, making the recipe more heart-healthy and diet-friendly.
- Ensure shrimp are cooked precisely to prevent rubbery texture, watching for that perfect pink and opaque appearance which signals doneness.
- Replace butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version, maintaining the rich flavor while accommodating different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg