Stir Fry Lemon Chili Shrimp
Bring a burst of bold, zesty flavor to your dinner table with this Stir Fry Lemon Chili Shrimp recipe! Juicy shrimp are stir-fried to tender perfection and coated in a vibrant sauce made with fresh lemon juice, fragrant garlic, spicy red chili flakes, and a touch of sweet honey. With hints of ginger and the umami depth of soy sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an ideal weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-worthy. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying, flavorful meal, and don't forget the optional garnishes of sesame seeds and green onions for a pop of freshness and crunch. Perfectly quick, deliciously healthy, and irresistibly vibrant, this stir fry will brighten up any mealtime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 whole Lemon, juiced and zested
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Optional: Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Optional: Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the shrimp by ensuring they are peeled and deveined. Pat them dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, honey, red chili flakes, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch dissolved in water. This will be the sauce.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and begin to curl. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Pour in the prepared sauce mix and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce clings to them.
Drizzle in the sesame oil and give everything a final stir.
Serve the stir fry immediately with a sprinkle of chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Pair with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.5 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2022 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 114.1 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1521 mg | 32% | |
*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.
