Description
Shrimp stir fry is a vibrant, quick dish that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. This flavorful meal features succulent shrimp sautΓ©ed with colorful bell peppers and crisp broccoli, all enveloped in a savory garlic-ginger sauce. Packed with protein and essential nutrients, this shrimp stir fry not only delights your taste buds but also nourishes your body. Whether served over fluffy steamed rice, noodles, or quinoa, this recipe is customizable to suit your preferences, ensuring each plate is unique and satisfying. Dive into this easy-to-follow recipe and discover why itβs destined to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare shrimp by peeling and deveining if necessary. Chop vegetables into uniform pieces.
- Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl; set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil.
- SautΓ© shrimp in a single layer for 2-3 minutes until pink; remove from pan.
- Add bell peppers and broccoli to the pan; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return shrimp to the pan along with the sauce mixture; combine and heat through for about 1 minute.
- Serve immediately over rice, noodles, or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, include snap peas or carrots in your stir fry. - To spice things up, add chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce. - Cook shrimp until just opaque to avoid a rubbery texture.