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Quick 20-Minute Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe for Easy Healthy Dinners

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A fast, flavorful shrimp stir fry with garlic and crisp veggies, perfect for healthy weeknight dinners. Ready in under 20 minutes, this dish balances tender shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and a garlicky sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (preferably wild-caught for best flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 small carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Optional garnishes: sesame seeds (toasted), fresh cilantro or basil leaves, cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients (about 10 minutes): Peel and devein the shrimp if not prepped. Thinly slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, trim snap peas, mince the garlic and ginger, and slice green onions. Set all aside.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes if using. Taste and adjust if needed.
  3. Heat the pan: Place your skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Cook the shrimp (about 2-3 minutes): Add shrimp in a single layer, sear without moving for about 1.5 minutes, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside. Cook in batches if needed.
  5. Sauté the veggies (about 3-4 minutes): Add remaining oil to the hot pan, toss in garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell pepper, snap peas, and carrot; cook until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
  6. Combine and finish (about 2 minutes): Return shrimp to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss quickly to coat. Cook for another minute until sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through. Add green onions last.
  7. Serve immediately: Spoon over steamed jasmine rice, cauliflower rice, or enjoy on its own. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 2 teaspoons cold water and stir into the pan during the last minute to thicken. Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep shrimp tender. Add garlic just before veggies to prevent burning. Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp and pat dry to avoid steaming.

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