Enjoy a mouthwatering and quick Honey Shrimp Stir Fry packed with flavors. This recipe combines succulent shrimp with crisp vegetables and a sweet and tangy honey sauce. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings in just under 30 minutes. Try this easy-to-make stir fry for a delightful dinner option.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and pour the honey sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove the Honey Shrimp Stir Fry from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve the stir fry over cooked rice and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Stir fry is a popular cooking technique in Asian cuisine that quickly cooks ingredients while retaining their texture and nutrition.
Shrimp is a low-calorie source of protein and rich in selenium, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Honey is a natural sweetener that not only adds flavor but also provides potential health benefits due to its antioxidant and antibacterial properties.