Quick and Zesty 15-Minute Shrimp Stir Fry
This shrimp stir fry is a delightful blend of tender shrimp, crisp bell peppers, and crunchy snap peas, all stir-fried in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Make sure the shrimp are peeled and deveined. Slice the bell pepper and prepare the snap peas.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan, stirring quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add Vegetables: Toss in the sliced bell pepper and snap peas, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the veggies are tender-crisp.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce, and mix well. Add the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce, stirring until combined.
- Season: Adjust with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.