Shrimp Stir-Fry

🕒 Recipe Overview

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 10 minutes

• Total Time: 25 minutes

• Servings: 4
  

🍤 Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

• 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 cup snap peas (or snow peas)

• 1 small carrot, thinly sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

• Salt and black pepper, to taste
  

For the Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or lime juice)

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• ¼ cup water

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional for flavor)
  

For Serving:

• Cooked rice or noodles

• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
  

🥢 Directions

1. Make the Sauce:
   In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil. Set aside.

2. Cook the Shrimp:
   Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.

3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
   Add the remaining oil to the pan. Toss in broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Combine Everything:
   Return shrimp to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss well. Cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.

5. Serve:
   Spoon over rice or noodles, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and enjoy a vibrant, tasty meal!