Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry
Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. With succulent shrimp, colorful vegetables, and a rich teriyaki sauce, this stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. In just 20 minutes, you can create a visually stunning meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors as you savor each bite of this easy-to-make dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, mixed colors)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and ensuring shrimp are ready.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add shrimp and minced garlic; cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix teriyaki sauce with cornstarch slurry, pour over the mixture, stirring until bubbly (about 1-2 minutes).
- Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free option, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of standard soy sauce. Customize your stir fry by adding other vegetables like snap peas or swapping shrimp for chicken or tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.