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Jumbo Shrimp and Green Pepper Stir-Fry

Quick and Flavorful Dinner: Jumbo Shrimp & Green Peppers

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Jumbo Shrimp and Green Pepper Stir-Fry

About this recipe

Enjoy a delicious stir-fry featuring jumbo shrimp and crisp green peppers, tossed in a savory sauce. This easy-to-make dish, rich in flavor, is ideal for a quick weeknight meal. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner that's ready in just under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 green peppers, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch in a bowl. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they turn pink.

  5. 5

    Add green peppers and the sauce mixture. Stir well.

  6. 6

    Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Chef's tip

Use fresh ginger for the best flavor and adjust the heat by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

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