Name: Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snap Peas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp fresh; 1 lb snap peas; 1 red bell pepper; 4 clove garlic; 2 slice ginger; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons low sodium soysauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp cornstarch; 0.5 tsp black pepper

Get ready for a taste adventure with our Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snap Peas. This dish is all about juicy shrimp and crunchy peas. It's your answer to a quick, wholesome dinner on those bustling weeknights or even a power lunch to shake things up. And remember - it's faster than takeout and a whole lot more fun.

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Ingredients

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Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snap Peas

1 lb shrimp fresh

1 lb snap peas

1 red bell pepper

4 clove garlic

2 slice ginger

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 tablespoons low sodium soysauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp honey

1 tsp cornstarch

½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, cornstarch, and black pepper.

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over high heat.

Add the ginger slices and garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds.

IF USING RAW SHRIMP

If using raw shrimp, add the shrimp and stir-fry until just pink for 2-3 minutes. (the shrimp will still be raw in the middle, but will finish when the veggies are cooked)

Add snap peas and red pepper, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, until the veggies are crisp-tender. Do not overcook the veggies, Chinese veggies are always crisp and crunchy.

Pour in the sauce and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and veggies.

If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of water and stir until the sauce just coats the dish.

IF USING VELVETED SHRIMP

Add snap peas and red pepper, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, until the veggies are crisp-tender. Do not overcook the veggies, Chinese veggies are always crisp and crunchy.

Add the velveted shrimp and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.

Pour in the sauce and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and veggies.

If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of water and stir until the sauce just coats the dish.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Shrimp Thoroughly 💧
Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels before cooking to ensure proper searing and prevent them from steaming in their own moisture, which compromises texture.
Cornstarch Coating Creates the Perfect Texture ✨
Lightly dust shrimp with cornstarch mixed with black pepper before stir-frying to create a delicate, crispy exterior that locks in juices while maintaining a tender interior.
Cook Shrimp Last for Perfect Doneness 🍤
Stir-fry vegetables first, remove them, then add shrimp last to avoid overcooking; they only need 2-3 minutes per side, as overcooked shrimp becomes rubbery and loses its delicate flavor.
Bloom Your Aromatics in Oil 🧄
Toast minced garlic and ginger in hot oil for just 15-20 seconds before adding other ingredients to release their essential oils and create a deeply fragrant, authentic base for your sauce.
Finish with Sauce Off Heat 🔥
Combine your honey, rice vinegar, and soy sauce mixture off the heat and toss with cooked ingredients to prevent the honey from caramelizing too quickly and preserve the delicate balance of sweet and tangy flavors.