Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry (Printable Version)
Saucy garlic shrimp with bell peppers in a savory sauce, ready in 15 minutes and perfect for quick weeknight meals.
# Ingredients:
→ Main
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 pound white shrimp, peeled and deveined
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½ tablespoon ginger, freshly grated
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1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
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1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
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1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped
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crushed peanuts (optional for serving)
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (optional)
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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¼ cup chicken broth (or water)
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
# Steps:
01 -
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, ketchup, chicken broth (or water), and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling, about 1 minute. Add shrimp and sauté until pink on both sides, about 4-6 minutes.
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Add ginger and garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the prepared sauce and bell pepper. Toss well and cook until the sauce simmers and thickens to a desired consistency, about 2-3 minutes.
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Stir in green onions and top with crushed peanuts if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice.
# Notes:
01 -
Keep garlic shrimp stir fry in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For meal prep, store individual portions alongside steamed rice for easy reheating.
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When reheating, avoid overcooking shrimp. Microwave on medium heat in 20-second increments or heat on the stovetop with a splash of water if the sauce has thickened.