Teriyaki Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients and Weight:

• Teriyaki sauce: 1/2 cup
• Shrimp: 300 grams (cleaned and deveined)
• Carrots: 2 medium, sliced (about 150 grams)
• Red bell peppers: 1, sliced (about 100 grams)
• Green beans: 100 grams (trimmed and halved)
• Onion: 1 medium, sliced (about 120 grams)
• Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
• Scallions (green onions): 2, chopped
• Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• White sugar: 1 tablespoon (optional)

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare all vegetables by slicing and cleaning. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix teriyaki sauce with salt and sugar (if using) to create a sweet-and-savory teriyaki glaze. Set aside.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large stir-fry pan over high heat.
4. Add the garlic and scallions, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the carrots and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Add the red bell peppers and green beans, and continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
7. Add the cleaned shrimp and pour the teriyaki glaze over the top. Stir-fry until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes.
8. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total) Calories: About 300-350 calories depending on the amount of teriyaki sauce used. Fat: Moderate (mostly from oil and shrimp) Carbohydrates: From vegetables and teriyaki sauce. Protein: From shrimp and vegetables. Note: Exact nutritional information may vary based on specific ingredients used and cooking methods.

Dish Characteristics:

• Teriyaki sauce gives the dish a sweet and savory flavor profile.
• The combination of vegetables and shrimp provides a balance of protein and vegetables.
• The dish is full of flavor and texture from the combination of different vegetables and the crispy-tender texture of the shrimp.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was delicious! The teriyaki sauce added a great flavor to the shrimp and vegetables."
2. "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweet and savory teriyaki sauce was a perfect match for the fresh vegetables and shrimp."
3. "This was a great dish for a weeknight meal. It was easy to make and my family loved it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh shrimp that are cleaned and deveined properly to ensure food safety.
• Adjust the amount of teriyaki sauce based on your preference for sweetness and saltiness.
• Stir-frying is best done in high heat to maintain the crispness of the vegetables and tender texture of the shrimp.