Here’s a quick and delicious Shrimp Stir Fry recipe, perfect for a healthy and tasty weeknight meal:
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
For the Stir Fry Sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch if using. Set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with a little salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 1-2 minutes per side, until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Add Sauce and Shrimp: Return the shrimp to the skillet, along with the sauce. Stir everything together for about 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and vegetables.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Tips
- For Extra Spice: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of Sriracha to the sauce.
- For Added Crunch: Toss in a handful of snow peas or water chestnuts with the vegetables.
This Shrimp Stir Fry is quick to make, packed with flavor, and super versatile—enjoy!