Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry—a quick and healthy meal ready in just 30 minutes! Succulent shrimp are paired with a medley of crisp broccoli, sweet red bell peppers, and tender carrots, all tossed in a savory-sweet sesame garlic sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and fresh ginger. A touch of sesame oil and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds bring a deep nutty aroma to the dish, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce clings perfectly to every bite. Serve this stunning stir fry over fluffy rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying meal. Packed with protein and colorful vegetables, this easy shrimp stir fry is a go-to for busy nights or when you crave takeout-quality food without leaving home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 60 ml Soy sauce
- 15 ml Sesame oil
- 30 ml Honey
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Ginger (grated)
- 15 ml Cornstarch
- 30 ml Water
- 200 g Broccoli florets
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 medium Carrot (julienned)
- Cooked rice or noodles (optional, for serving)
- 15 g Sesame seeds
- 15 ml Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the sauce.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water 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 skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining vegetable oil, and toss in the broccoli, red bell pepper, and julienned carrots. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over the mixture.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and vegetables evenly.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir fry and stir gently.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 879 mg | 293% | |
| Sodium | 5681 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 130.4 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.1 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2174 mg | 46% | |
*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.
