Cayenne Shrimp Stir Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and spicy Cayenne Shrimp Stir Fry! Bursting with flavor, this dish combines tender, juicy jumbo shrimp with a medley of crisp red and yellow bell peppers, fresh broccoli florets, and aromatic garlic and ginger. The soy-honey-cayenne sauce brings the perfect balance of sweet heat, while a quick stir-fry technique locks in the fresh, vibrant textures. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is both quick and nutritious, perfect for busy evenings. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or savory noodles, and finish with a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds for a gourmet touch. Whether you're a spice lover or just looking for a colorful, protein-packed meal, this cayenne shrimp stir fry is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cayenne pepper, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and broccoli to the pan. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2328 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.2 g | ||
| Protein | 128.0 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 689 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2485 mg | 53% | |
*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.
