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Healthy Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe

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A quick and easy protein-packed shrimp stir-fry with crisp vegetables, flavored with garlic, ginger, and a hint of citrus, ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Optional garnishes: toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro or parsley

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Thinly slice the bell pepper, carrots, and green onions. Trim the snap peas and break broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince garlic and grate ginger separately.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, and chili flakes. Set aside.
  3. Place your wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Let it heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for about 1.5 minutes until the underside is pink and slightly crisp. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining oil, then garlic and ginger. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but don’t let them burn.
  6. Toss in bell pepper, carrots, snap peas, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, keeping them crisp-tender.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan. Pour sauce over everything and stir well to coat. Cook together for another 1-2 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken slightly.
  8. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top just before serving.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking for a better sear. Use high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to keep vegetables crisp. Adjust spice level with chili flakes or hot sauce. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to maintain texture.

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Keywords: shrimp stir-fry, healthy dinner, quick meal, protein-packed, crisp vegetables, low carb, gluten-free

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