Description
A bright, quick stir-fry featuring shrimp and sliced bell peppers in a honey-soy glaze, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced into 1/4-inch strips
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (regular or low-sodium)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and let it shimmer.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Push the peppers to the side and add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping once until the shrimp is pink and opaque.
- Pour in the soy sauce and honey, stirring to coat everything. Cook for an additional minute.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. For vegan, substitute honey with maple syrup. Add garnishes like sliced scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian