🍤 Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry

Ingredients:

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Stir Fry Vegetables:

  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans
  • ½ onion, sliced
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Honey Garlic Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thicker sauce)

Optional Toppings:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Green onions
  • Red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Shrimp

  1. Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel.
  2. Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
  5. Remove shrimp and set aside.

2. Cook the Vegetables

  1. Add a little olive oil to the same pan.
  2. Add broccoli, bell pepper, onion, and snap peas.
  3. Stir fry for 4–5 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger.
  2. Pour sauce into the pan with vegetables.
  3. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Add cornstarch slurry if you want a thicker glaze.

4. Combine Everything

  1. Add cooked shrimp back into the pan.
  2. Toss everything together until coated with the sauce.
  3. Cook for another minute.

5. Serve

Top with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition (Approx. per serving):

Calories: ~360 kcal
Protein: ~32g
Carbs: ~25g
Fat: ~12g

Serving: 4 portions

Perfect with:

  • Cauliflower rice for low carb
  • Brown rice for a balanced meal
  • Lettuce cups for a lighter option

🍤 A quick, delicious dinner that makes healthy eating easy!

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