Easy Shrimp Stir Fry

A mouthwatering shrimp stir fry with an array of fresh ingredients, cooked to perfection.

5 from 1 vote

Shrimp stir fry is a flavorful and quick-to-make dish featuring succulent shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic sauces, all expertly wok-tossed for a delightful culinary experience.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: dinner, lunch

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: asian dishes, shrimp stir fry, shrimp stir fry with vegetables

Servings: servings

Author: Lama

Ingredients

1½ pounds Stir-fry vegetable blend or ½ pound even amounts of green beans, sliced yellow carrots, diced onions, sliced peppers, water, chestnuts, broccoli, and baby corn
½ pound Shrimp cooked and peeled OR raw shrimp
1 knob Ginger grated
4 cloves Garlic minced
1 Bouillon cube
2 tablespoons Sesame seeds divided
1 tablespoon Starch
½ cup Fresh mushrooms sliced
4½ ounces Vermicelli rice noodles long white rice noodles
½ cup Soy Sauce
4 tablespoons Sesame oil
1½ tablespoons Honey
1 teaspoon White pepper or black pepper

For the Sauce

½ cup Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon Honey
1 tablespoon Starch
2 tablespoons Sesame seeds divided
1 knob Ginger grated
4 cloves Garlic
1 teaspoon White pepper or black pepper

Instructions

Cook the vermicelli rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain them and set them aside.
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, starch, 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, grated ginger, minced garlic, and white or black pepper to make the sauce. Mix well and set aside.
In a large pan or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium-high heat.
In the same pan, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Add the sliced mushrooms and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
Add the stir-fry vegetable blend and the bouillon cube or the individual vegetables you're using (green beans, carrots, onions, peppers, water chestnuts, broccoli, baby corn) to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables in the pan. Stir well to coat everything evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Now add the cooked shrimp and mix well. *please see notes if you have uncooked shrimp.
Add the cooked vermicelli rice noodles to the pan and toss them with the shrimp and vegetables until everything is well combined and heated through.
Garnish with the remaining sesame seeds.
Serve your Easy Shrimp Stir Fry hot and enjoy!

Notes

Important Tips:

*Pro Tip #1: To ensure your cooked shrimp remains tender, add it during the final step of the recipe. This way, it won't become overcooked and rubbery.

*Pro Tip #2: Opt for raw shrimp to achieve perfectly cooked shrimp without the risk of overcooking. While sautéing the vegetables, add the raw shrimp to the pan and cook them for approximately 4-6 minutes.

This method ensures that your shrimp will reach the ideal level of doneness. Remember that the shrimp will continue to cook during the final minute after the soy sauce is added.

Pro Tip #3: If you don't like shrimp, sliced or diced chicken breast or thigh meat is a common choice for stir fry. It cooks quickly and absorbs the flavors of the sauce and aromatics well.

Also, thinly sliced beef, such as flank steak or sirloin, is another excellent option. It adds a savory richness to the dish.

Pro Tip #4: If you don't like vermicelli noodles, you can serve shrimp stir-fry with rice. The rice serves as a perfect base to soak up the flavorful sauce from the stir-fry and provides a satisfying and filling meal.

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