RECIPES
Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe
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Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 1 large broccoli crown, cut into florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Shrimp:
- In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Mix well and let marinate for about 15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes (if using), and 1/4 cup water. Set aside.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the sliced onion and cook for about 2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets and red bell pepper slices to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Combine and Cook:
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- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the vegetables.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water) to the skillet, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
6. Serve:
- Remove the skillet from heat and serve the shrimp and vegetable stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles.
Tips:
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the stir-fry, such as snap peas, carrots, or mushrooms.
- For an extra kick of heat, you can add more red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp; they cook quickly and can become rubbery if overdone.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy shrimp and vegetable stir-fry!