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Garlic Ginger Shrimp Stir-Fry in 15 Minutes: Quick Delight!

A quick and delicious Garlic Ginger Shrimp Stir-Fry that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup snap peas trimmed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • Cooked rice or quinoa for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Stir in the bell pepper, snap peas, and broccoli, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Pour this mixture over the shrimp and vegetables.
  6. Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional minute until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños while cooking.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute shrimp with tofu or tempeh and adjust cooking times accordingly.

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