Easy Shrimp Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 3 tbspsesame oil
- 1 lbshrimp
deveined and shelled, wild caught if possible, or tail on
- 1 lbbroccoli or broccolini
about 4 cups, stem on
- 2bell peppers
any color
- 4 ozshiitake mushrooms
optional
- 2green onions
- 1 tbspminced ginger
optional
- ¼ csoy sauce
or tamari or coconut aminos
- 6 tbspwater
- 1 tbsprice vinegar
- 2 tbspsugar
- 1 tbspyellow or white miso
- 2 tspcornstarch
or arrowroot powder
- ¼ tspgarlic powder
Directions
- 1
Thaw the shrimp, if frozen.
- 2
Chop the broccoli. Thinly slice the bell peppers. Remove the stems of the shiitake mushrooms and slice (or if using baby shiitakes, you can leave the stems on).
- 3
Whisk together all ingredients until a smooth sauce forms.
- 4
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium high heat. Add the broccoli or broccolini, bell pepper and mushrooms. Add 2 pinches kosher salt and cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp tender. Remove the vegetables to bowl.
- 5
Add the additional 1 tablespoon sesame oil to the pan. Add the shrimp, green onions and ginger (optional). Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the shrimp are almost opaque, turning once. Then add back the vegetables and the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the sauce is thickened.
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About this Recipe
Looking for a delicious, healthy dinner that comes together in a flash? This Easy Shrimp Stir Fry is your answer, bringing vibrant flavors and satisfying textures to your weeknight table without fuss.
Why This Easy Shrimp Stir Fry Works
What makes this recipe a go-to is its incredible versatility and the flavor-packed stir fry sauce that ties everything together. You'll love how effortlessly you can swap in your favorite vegetables, transforming simple ingredients into a dynamic, wholesome meal that feels anything but easy.
When you dive into this shrimp stir fry, expect a delightful interplay of savory and subtly sweet notes from the sauce, perfectly coating tender, succulent shrimp. The dish features a medley of crisp-tender vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, and optional earthy shiitake mushrooms, all cooked to perfection. It's designed to be a fast and healthy main dish, providing a satisfying meal at around 294 calories per serving.
Customization & Variations
This recipe is incredibly adaptable to your pantry and preferences. While shrimp is the star, you can easily adapt the protein. Feel free to use any mix of your favorite vegetables beyond broccoli and bell peppers. For the sauce, the recipe suggests soy sauce, but you can easily swap it for tamari or coconut aminos if you prefer. The ginger is listed as optional, allowing you to tailor the spice level to your liking. If you don't have cornstarch, arrowroot powder is a perfect substitute for thickening the sauce.
Serve this quick and easy shrimp stir fry hot, perhaps alongside steamed rice or noodles, for a complete and comforting meal that's perfect for any busy evening.