Description
This Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. Succulent shrimp, crisp snow peas, and vibrant bell peppers are stir-fried in a savory sauce, creating a delicious meal that pairs perfectly with steamed white rice.
Ingredients
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For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups snow peas, trimmed
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- sesame seeds, for garnish
- cooked white rice, for serving
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry until smooth.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque, then remove to a plate.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Add the remaining oil to the pan along with garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the snow peas and red bell pepper, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender-crisp.
- Combine and Serve: Return the shrimp to the pan and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and vegetables. Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve hot with rice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of chili paste or sriracha to the sauce.
- This stir-fry also works well with chicken or tofu as a substitute for shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion with sauce (without rice)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg
