🍤 15-Minute Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe
This quick and easy Shrimp Stir-Fry is loaded with tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a savory-sweet stir-fry sauce — all ready in just 15 minutes! It’s a better-than-takeout dinner that’s healthy, customizable, and perfect for any night of the week.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ⏱️ Ready in just 15 minutes
- 🍤 Juicy shrimp with crisp-tender veggies
- 🥢 Delicious homemade stir-fry sauce
- 🥦 Customizable with your favorite vegetables
- 🍽️ Low-carb, high-protein, and family-friendly
📝 Ingredients
For the stir-fry:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, carrots)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
For the stir-fry sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce for vegetarian)
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
🍽️ Instructions
1. Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, vinegar, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
2. Sear the Shrimp
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
3. Stir-Fry the Veggies
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil.
- Add garlic, ginger, and mixed vegetables. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until just tender.
4. Combine and Cook
- Return shrimp to the pan.
- Pour in the sauce and stir well to coat.
- Cook for 1–2 more minutes, until sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
5. Serve
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
👩🍳 Tips & Variations
- Use frozen shrimp (thawed) to save even more time.
- Swap veggies for what you have: mushrooms, baby corn, zucchini, or bok choy.
- Make it spicy with chili flakes or sriracha in the sauce.
- Serve low-carb over cauliflower rice or lettuce wraps.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
Pair your shrimp stir-fry with:
- Steamed jasmine or brown rice
- Stir-fried noodles or rice noodles
- Asian-style cucumber salad
- Spring rolls or egg drop soup
📦 Storage Tips
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
- Not freezer-friendly due to shrimp texture.
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