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Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry

Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry

This Shrimp and Pepper Stir Fry is a quick and easy dinner with juicy shrimp, colorful peppers, and a savory garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion, then stir-fry until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
  5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
  6. Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir continuously until it thickens.
  7. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss everything together until well coated. Cook for another minute to combine flavors.
  8. Sprinkle with green onions and red pepper flakes if desired, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the shrimp, as they can become rubbery very quickly.
  • Cook just until pink and opaque.
  • Use high heat when stir-frying to get the best texture and flavor.
  • Cut vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate.
  • If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen it.
  • Fresh shrimp gives the best flavor, but frozen shrimp works well if properly thawed.
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting, as stir-frying cooks very quickly.
  • Use a wok if possible for better heat distribution and authentic stir-fry results.