This sesame shrimp stir fry is a quick and easy dish that combines succulent shrimp with a savory sesame sauce, crisp vegetables, and aromatic flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend meal, this recipe will satisfy your cravings for a tasty Asian-inspired dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add bell pepper, snow peas, garlic, and ginger. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return shrimp to the skillet. Pour in the sauce mixture and toss to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until shrimp is cooked through and sauce is thickened.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions over the stir fry. Serve hot over cooked rice.
- Enjoy your delicious sesame shrimp stir fry!
Interesting Facts
Shrimp is a low-calorie protein source that is high in nutrients like selenium and vitamin D.
Sesame seeds add a nutty flavor and crunch to this dish, as well as a rich source of healthy fats.
Snow peas are a great source of vitamins C and K, as well as fiber for digestion.