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Sizzling Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Citrus Glaze

2023-10-27 - Written by: Amelia Thyme

Sizzling Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Citrus Glaze

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring succulent shrimp, crisp veggies, and a tangy ginger-citrus glaze. Perfect for a weeknight meal!

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup snow peas
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the bell pepper and broccoli florets, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Add the shrimp to the empty space and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Stir in snow peas and cook for 1 minute more.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, honey, and sesame oil. Pour the mixture over the shrimp and vegetables, and stir to coat.
  7. Cook until the glaze thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately over rice or noodles.