Description
Shrimp stir fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together succulent shrimp and colorful vegetables in a savory sauce, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite veggies or proteins. In just 30 minutes, you can create a delightful meal that bursts with flavor and texture. Serve it over steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a complete dining experience that will impress your family and friends while keeping dinner healthy and satisfying. Dive into this culinary adventure and relish the taste of fresh ingredients combined harmoniously.
Ingredients
- Medium or large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Bell peppers (any color)
- Broccoli florets
- Fresh garlic (minced)
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Toasted sesame oil
- Vegetable or peanut oil
Instructions
- Wash and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for about 2 minutes until pink on one side, then flip.
- Toss in bell peppers and broccoli; stir fry for another 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Whisk soy sauce and sesame oil in a bowl; pour over the stir-fry and cook for an additional minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Use high heat for quick cooking and crispy ingredients. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Substitute vegetables based on seasonal availability or personal preferences.