Whip up a Quick & Delicious 15-Minute Shrimp Stir-Fry for a tasty, hassle-free meal! Juicy shrimp, fresh veggies, and a savory sauce come together in minutes for the perfect weeknight dinner.
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for your Quick & Delicious: 15-Minute Shrimp Stir-Fry:
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
- -1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- -2 tbsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
- -1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- -1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- -1 cup broccoli florets
- -1 small onion, sliced
- -2 garlic cloves, minced
- -1-inch piece of ginger, grated
For the Sauce:
- -3 tbsp soy sauce
- -2 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce for a sweeter touch)
- -1 tbsp honey (optional for sweetness)
- -1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water for thickening)
- -1 tsp sesame oil (for extra aroma)
- Optional Garnish:
Sesame seeds
Chopped green onions
Instructions
Prepare the Shrimp:
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey (if using), and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
Cook the Vegetables:
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli, bell peppers, and onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Shrimp:
In the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Toss in the shrimp, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Combine & Sauce:
Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.