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Shrimp Stir Fry

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A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a savory-sweet soy-lime sauce. Ready in 35 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners and easy to customize.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

Kosher salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 small head broccoli, cut into florets

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

8 ounces sugar snap peas

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled ginger

1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce

Juice of 1 lime

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes, turning halfway through, until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
  2. In the same skillet, heat sesame oil. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and snap peas. Cook for about 7 minutes, stirring often, until firm-tender. Add a splash of water if browning too quickly.
  3. Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  5. Pour sauce into the skillet with vegetables. Toss to coat and cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return shrimp to the pan and toss until everything is evenly coated and heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Swap shrimp for chicken, beef, or tofu for variety.
  • Try different vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or asparagus.
  • Add pineapple or mango for a sweet tropical twist.
  • Increase spice with more red pepper flakes or fresh chili.
  • Serve with steamed rice, fried rice, or rice noodles.
  • Best eaten fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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