Easy Shrimp Vegetable Stir Fry

Ingredients and Weight:

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined: 1 pound (500 grams)
• Broccoli florets: 1 cup (100 grams)
• Carrots, peeled and sliced: 1 cup (100 grams)
• Snap peas, trimmed: 1 cup (100 grams)
• Red bell pepper, diced: 1/2 cup (50 grams)
• Onion, thinly sliced: 1/2 cup (50 grams)
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced: 1 tablespoon

Sauce: * Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons * Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons * Hoisin sauce: 1 tablespoon * Sesame oil: 1 teaspoon * Brown sugar: 1 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and swirl to coat.
3. Add the shrimp and cook until opaque and curled, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Add the broccoli, carrots, snap peas, red bell pepper, and onion to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
5. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
6. Return the shrimp to the pan and pour in the sauce. Toss to coat.
7. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the shrimp is heated through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and vibrant
• Crunchy vegetables
• Savory and slightly sweet sauce
• Versatile side dish or main course

User Comments:

• "This stir fry is so easy to make and tastes delicious. The vegetables were perfectly tender and the shrimp was cooked to perfection."
• "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sauce is a perfect balance of sweet and savory."
• "This is a great recipe for a quick and healthy weeknight meal. I always have the ingredients on hand and it's so easy to prepare."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to cook the shrimp until it is opaque and curled to ensure it is safe to eat.
• If you don't have hoisin sauce, you can substitute a mixture of soy sauce and honey.
• To make the stir fry gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce.