Ingredients
Scale
For the stir-fry:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
For the stir-fry sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry for thickening)
For garnish:
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Optional sides:
- Steamed white or brown rice
- Noodles or cauliflower rice
Notes
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and set aside. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Mince the garlic and ginger.
Step 2: Make the Stir-Fry Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set both aside.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Step 4: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
- Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the onion and stir-fry for 1 minute.
- Add the bell peppers and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Combine and Finish the Dish
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss with the vegetables.
- Pour the stir-fry sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring to coat.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the shrimp and vegetables.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle the stir-fry with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or your preferred side. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups stir-fry
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g