Description
A quick and flavorful Garlic Ginger Shrimp Stir-Fry that combines succulent shrimp with fresh vegetables and a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced bell pepper, snap peas, and broccoli. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet. Add the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and the cornstarch mixture. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
- For added heat, include a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños.
- Substitute the shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg