15 minute meals don't get easier than this shrimp stir fry — dinner in 20 minutes or less with crisp vegetables and a savory sauce. It's a fast weeknight dinner idea that tastes like takeout but comes together in one pan, perfect for busy nights when you still want something fresh and colorful.
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes | Total time: 15 minutes | Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions:
1. Whisk the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry in a small bowl and set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
3. Add the remaining oil to the same pan. Stir-fry the bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
4. Add the garlic and ginger and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in the sauce and cook 1 minute until thickened.
5. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss everything together until coated and heated through. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve over rice or noodles.
Tips:
- Use a pre-cut stir fry vegetable mix to save even more time.
- Keep the heat high and don't stir constantly — letting the vegetables sit briefly gives them a little char.
- Swap in any vegetables you have on hand: zucchini, mushrooms, or carrots all work well.
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