Asian Shrimp Stir-Fry 🥢🦐 Garlicky, Glossy, and Packed With Veggies

— Shrimp That Sizzles

Asian Shrimp Stir-Fry is a high-heat, fast-cook dish loaded with fresh vegetables, tender shrimp, and a savory stir-fry sauce that clings to every bite.

It’s flexible, lightning-quick, and balanced with soy, sesame, garlic, and just a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the Stir-Fry

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp neutral oil (like avocado or peanut)
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• ½ cup snap peas or snow peas
• 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger (optional but ideal)
• 2 scallions, sliced (whites + greens separated)

Stir-Fry Sauce

• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp hoisin or honey
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp water
• Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or chili paste

Instructions

Prep Everything First

Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. Pat shrimp dry and prep all vegetables — stir-fry moves fast once it starts.

Sear the Shrimp

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, sear for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Stir-Fry the Veggies

Add another 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and scallion whites for 30 seconds. Add broccoli, peppers, and peas. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until bright and slightly tender.

Combine and Sauce

Return shrimp to the pan. Pour in stir-fry sauce and toss everything quickly to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and shrimp and veggies are glazed.

Finish and Serve

Top with scallion greens and serve hot over rice, noodles, or as-is in a bowl.

Flavor Variations

• Use chili garlic sauce or sriracha in the stir-fry for extra heat
• Add mushrooms, baby corn, bok choy, or zucchini to the mix
• Swap shrimp for scallops or tofu for a different take
• Finish with crushed peanuts or toasted sesame seeds for texture

Serving Ideas

• Over jasmine rice, brown rice, or coconut rice
• With rice noodles, soba, or lo mein
• As lettuce wraps with pickled veggies
• With a side of miso soup or a cucumber salad

Pro Tips

• Stir-fry over high heat and don’t crowd the pan — work in batches if needed
• Use cold shrimp and dry veggies to prevent steaming
• Cornstarch in the sauce = glossy finish that clings perfectly
• Cook shrimp just until pink — they finish fast and overcooking ruins the texture

Final Thoughts

Asian Shrimp Stir-Fry is crisp, juicy, saucy, and fast. It’s a wok-fired flavor bomb that delivers weeknight speed and takeout-level satisfaction without leaving your kitchen.

Chop fast. Sear hot. Sauce quick. 🥢🦐🔥

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