andrejthechef
InternationalStir-fryDinnerHigh proteinLow carb

Quick Shrimp Stir-Fry

Shrimp and crisp vegetables tossed in a hot wok with garlic, ginger and soy. A high-protein, low-carb dinner in 15 minutes.

prep
10 min
cook
5 min
total
15 min
serves
2
level
easy
Shrimp stir-fry with bell peppers, snap peas and broccoli in a wok

Shrimp cook faster than almost any other protein, which makes them ideal for a stir-fry. Garlic, ginger, soy and a finishing drizzle of sesame oil do the seasoning. The vegetables bring the crunch.

Have everything cut and measured before the pan goes on. Once the oil is hot, the whole dish is done in about five minutes.

method

  1. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.

  2. Add the garlic and ginger and stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

  3. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until pink.

  4. Add the vegetables and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until crisp-tender.

  5. Add the soy sauce and toss to coat.

  6. Take the pan off the heat and drizzle with the sesame oil.

  7. Add red pepper flakes if you want some heat, and serve.

chef's tips

  • Pat the shrimp dry before they hit the wok. Wet shrimp steam instead of searing.
  • Keep the heat high and keep things moving. Stir-frying is fast by design.
  • Add the sesame oil off the heat. Its flavor fades fast in a hot pan.