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Spicy Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry

Spicy Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry

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This quick and easy spicy garlic shrimp stir fry delivers a perfect balance of heat and flavor with tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a glossy garlic-chili sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, ideal for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb medium or large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water to make slurry
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil added off heat at the end

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok To stir-fry shrimp and vegetables
  • Mixing bowl To whisk sauce ingredients

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture and ensure proper searing.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add sliced bell pepper, snap peas, and onion; stir-fry for 2 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove vegetables to a plate.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer without crowding; cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to the plate with vegetables.
  5. Lower heat to medium; add minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to the pan. Stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch slurry; pour into the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook 1 minute until thickened.
  7. Return shrimp and vegetables to the pan, toss to coat with sauce, and drizzle with sesame oil off heat.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure they sear well and avoid steaming, which keeps them tender and flavorful.

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