This shrimp stir fry is quick, colorful, and perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a simple savory sauce come together in one pan with cozy takeout-at-home vibes. Serve it hot and fresh for an easy dinner everyone loves.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and snap peas. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until just tender-crisp.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Stir and cook 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly. Serve immediately.
Tip: For extra crunch, don’t overcook the vegetables. They should stay bright and slightly crisp.
This easy shrimp stir fry is perfect over rice or noodles and makes weeknight cooking feel effortless.
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Shrimp Stir Fry with Vegetables
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Quick shrimp stir fry with vegetables in a simple savory sauce, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp neutral oil
1 cup broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup snap peas
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
3. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and snap peas. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until just tender-crisp.
4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Return shrimp to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Stir and cook 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcook the vegetables to keep them crisp and colorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired