Cajun Shrimp Stir Fry
Elevate your dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Cajun Shrimp Stir Fry! Bursting with succulent shrimp seasoned perfectly with Cajun spices, and paired with a colorful medley of crisp-tender bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion, this dish is as eye-catching as it is delicious. A tangy-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and lime juice ties everything together, creating a bold, mouthwatering balance of flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights and can be served over rice or noodles for a satisfying, wholesome dinner. With its quick prep, bold seasonings, and healthy twist, this Cajun shrimp stir fry is guaranteed to please your taste buds while keeping cleanup minimal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 4 cups cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning until evenly coated. Set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds to release its fragrance.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and pour the soy sauce mixture over the shrimp and vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through and coat everything in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with chopped green onions.
Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 5802 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 290.0 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 141.2 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 608 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2994 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
