Easy Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe – Quick, Healthy, and Delicious

Zesty Garlic Shrimp & Veggie Sizzle

A colorful shrimp stir-fry packed with crisp vegetables and a signature garlic glaze, ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. Toss shrimp in half of the minced garlic and a pinch of salt; let it rest while you prep the veggies.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and remaining garlic until smooth.
  3. Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  4. Add snap peas and carrots; cook for another minute, keeping the veggies crisp-tender.
  5. Push vegetables aside, add shrimp, and sear 1–2 minutes per side until just pink.
  6. Pour the garlic-soy mixture into the center; toss everything for 2 more minutes until the sauce is glossy and coats all ingredients.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onions, and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 20gFat: 6g
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Zesty Garlic Shrimp & Veggie Sizzle

On hectic nights, this vibrant stir-fry swoops in like a superhero—juicy shrimp, crisp garden veggies, and our irresistible garlic glaze all done in 20 minutes flat.

Zesty Garlic Shrimp & Veggie Sizzle in a wok
Bright garlic shrimp and colorful veggies ready in minutes.

What You’ll Need

  • 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Marinate shrimp: Toss shrimp with half the garlic and a pinch of salt. Let it rest while you prep vegetables.
  2. Mix sauce: In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and remaining garlic until smooth.
  3. Stir-fry veggies: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add broccoli; cook 2 minutes. Add snap peas and carrots; cook 1 more minute.
  4. Sear shrimp: Push veggies to the edge, add shrimp in a single layer, and sear 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
  5. Combine & glaze: Pour sauce into the center, toss for 2 minutes until glossy and thickened.
  6. Finish & serve: Remove from heat, top with green onions, and plate over steamed rice or noodles.

Chef’s Special Tip

For a restaurant-style char finish, spread the stir-fry on a baking sheet and broil on high for 1 minute—edges will crisp beautifully. Don’t walk away!

Storage & Reheating

  • Fridge: Airtight for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet over medium heat; add a splash of broth to revive the sauce.

Feeling adventurous? Sprinkle red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili crisp for heat. A squeeze of lime just before serving brightens the flavors even more.

Source: https://therecipecritic.com/garlic-shrimp-stir-fry/

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