Quick Shrimp Stir-Fry 🍤

Cook this quick shrimp stir-fry in just 15 minutes. A high-protein, low-carb Asian-inspired meal perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

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Quick Shrimp Stir-Fry | 15-Minute High-Protein Asian-Inspired Meal

This lightning-fast stir-fry showcases the versatility of shrimp with Asian-inspired flavors and plenty of vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, snap peas, broccoli florets)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Optional: red pepper flakes to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat
  2. Add garlic and ginger, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant
  3. Add shrimp, cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink
  4. Add vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender
  5. Add soy sauce and toss to coat
  6. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil
  7. Add red pepper flakes if desired

Pro Tip

Keep a bag of frozen, peeled, and deveined shrimp in your freezer—they thaw quickly under cold running water and cook in minutes for an almost-instant protein source.