Description
A quick, colorful stir-fry featuring sweet-tart bell peppers and garlicky, honey-soy glazed shrimp, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced into 1/4-inch strips
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup/agave)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger)
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add sesame oil and let it shimmer.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil; stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Push the vegetables to the side of the pan. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for about 3–4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour in the soy sauce and honey. Stir to coat shrimp and peppers evenly and cook for an additional minute.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
Prep all ingredients before you heat the pan to ensure quick cooking. Serve with garnishes like toasted sesame seeds or sliced scallions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian