Craving a quick, mouthwatering Asian-inspired dish that will transport your taste buds to culinary heaven in just 25 minutes? Look no further than this sensational Shrimp Snow Pea Stir Fry! Imagine succulent shrimp, crisp snow peas, and vibrant bell peppers dancing together in a perfect harmony of flavors that will make your weeknight dinner feel like a gourmet restaurant experience. Whether you're a busy professional or a home cook looking to impress, this recipe is about to become your new go-to meal that's as easy to make as it is delicious to devour!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups snow peas
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp ginger, minced
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 cups of snow peas, 1 sliced bell pepper, 2 minced cloves of garlic, 2 tbsp of soy sauce, 1 tbsp of sesame oil, 1 tbsp of vegetable oil, and 1/2 tsp of minced ginger.
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This will help them sear nicely in the pan.
- Prepare the vegetables by washing the snow peas and bell pepper. Remove the ends of the snow peas and slice the bell pepper into thin strips.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced ginger. This will be your stir-fry sauce.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp of vegetable oil. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Next, add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Once the shrimp are nearly cooked, add the sliced bell pepper and snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Pour the stir-fry sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Toss everything together to ensure the shrimp and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to heat through and slightly thicken.
- Remove the skillet from heat and serve the Shrimp Snow Pea Stir Fry immediately over cooked rice or noodles, if desired.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions for added flavor and presentation, if you like.
Tips
- Pat the shrimp completely dry before cooking to ensure a perfect sear and prevent steaming.
- Have all ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking - stir-frying moves quickly!
- Use high heat and keep ingredients moving in the pan to maintain that signature crisp-tender vegetable texture.
- Don't overcook the shrimp - they're done as soon as they turn pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha sauce.
- Make sure your pan or wok is hot before adding ingredients to achieve that authentic stir-fry char.
- If you want to make the dish more substantial, serve over steamed rice or quick-cooking noodles.
- For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 210kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 180mg
