Spicy Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry

This Spicy Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a medley of colorful vegetables, all tossed in a spicy sauce. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be served over steamed rice or noodles.​

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined​

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil​

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced​

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced​

• 1 cup broccoli florets​

• 1 cup snap peas​
  
  

• 3 cloves garlic, minced​

• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated​

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce​

• 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)​

• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar​

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil​

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)​

• Salt and pepper to taste​

• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish​
  
  

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sriracha, honey, and sesame oil. Set aside.​

2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.​

3. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.​

4. Add the bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp.​

5. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring to combine.​

6. If a thicker sauce is desired, add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.​

7. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.​

8. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.​
   
   

Serving Size: This recipe serves approximately 4 people.​

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal​

• Protein: 25g​

• Carbohydrates: 20g​

• Fat: 10g​

• Fiber: 4g​

• Sugar: 10g​
  
  

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients used.

This Spicy Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry offers a delightful combination of heat and savory flavors, making it a satisfying meal that's both nutritious and easy to prepare.