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.
Ingredients
Method
- Toss shrimp in half of the minced garlic and a pinch of salt; let it rest while you prep the veggies.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and remaining garlic until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Add snap peas and carrots; cook for another minute, keeping the veggies crisp-tender.
- Push vegetables aside, add shrimp, and sear 1–2 minutes per side until just pink.
- Pour the garlic-soy mixture into the center; toss everything for 2 more minutes until the sauce is glossy and coats all ingredients.
- 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.
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
- Marinate shrimp: Toss shrimp with half the garlic and a pinch of salt. Let it rest while you prep vegetables.
- Mix sauce: In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and remaining garlic until smooth.
- 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.
- Sear shrimp: Push veggies to the edge, add shrimp in a single layer, and sear 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
- Combine & glaze: Pour sauce into the center, toss for 2 minutes until glossy and thickened.
- 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.
