Description
Honey Garlic Shrimp Stirfry is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp cooked with fresh bell peppers and broccoli in a sweet and savory honey garlic soy sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this stir-fry is perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal packed with protein and vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine the honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce thoroughly to create the honey garlic sauce.
- Heat the pan: Place a pan over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm up.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: Add the sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets to the pan with the shrimp. Stir-fry everything together for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring well to evenly coat all the ingredients.
- Finish cooking: Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the dish to heat through.
- Season and serve: Season the stir-fry with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Feel free to substitute or add other quick-cooking vegetables like snap peas or carrots.
- Adjust the amount of honey and soy sauce to balance sweetness and saltiness to your liking.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
