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Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe

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A quick and flavorful Shrimp Stir Fry featuring tender shrimp and crisp vegetables in a savory homemade sauce, served over steamed rice for a perfect weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup water (or chicken broth)
  • ⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)

Main Ingredients

  • 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil, divided)
  • 1 ½ pounds large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail on or off)
  • 2 carrots (julienne cut)
  • 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 8 ounces sugar snap peas
  • 4 green onions (white and light green parts only, chopped)
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the stir fry sauce: Combine water (or chicken broth), low sodium soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic, cornstarch, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small bowl or liquid measuring cup. Whisk thoroughly until fully combined and set aside.
  2. Cook the shrimp: Pat dry the peeled and deveined shrimp with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary) and cook for about 2 minutes per side or until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove cooked shrimp and transfer to a clean plate.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil. Add julienned carrots, thinly sliced red bell pepper, and sugar snap peas. Stir frequently and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Add the sauce and shrimp: Re-whisk the stir fry sauce to ensure the cornstarch is blended. Pour the sauce into the skillet with vegetables and return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Stir continuously for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and vegetables evenly.
  5. Finish the dish: Stir in the chopped green onions (white and light green parts). Serve the shrimp stir fry hot over cooked rice, and optionally garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • Chicken broth can replace water for added flavor in the sauce.
  • Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
  • Cook shrimp in batches if your skillet isn’t large enough to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the crispness of the vegetables.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.

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