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Quick Shrimp Stir Fry with Fresh Vegetables

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A fast, healthy, and flavorful shrimp stir fry with fresh vegetables, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender shrimp with crisp veggies and a savory sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or sliced fresh chili for heat

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Slice the bell peppers, carrots, onion, and trim the snap peas. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and the cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
  3. Heat wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and heat until shimmering.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer. Sear on one side for about 1 minute, then flip and cook until just opaque and pink, about another minute. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Add remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry garlic and ginger quickly to avoid burning, then add onions, carrots, bell peppers, and snap peas. Cook until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Return shrimp to the pan. Stir the sauce and pour over shrimp and vegetables. Toss and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.
  7. Drizzle sesame oil over the stir fry, toss once more, and remove from heat. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a good sear and avoid steaming. Prepare all ingredients before heating the pan to keep the cooking process fast and smooth. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen it. Cook shrimp in batches if pan is small to avoid overcrowding.

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Keywords: shrimp stir fry, quick dinner, healthy recipe, easy stir fry, weeknight meal, fresh vegetables, garlic, ginger, soy sauce

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