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Ginger Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry

A quick and colorful shrimp stir-fry with crisp vegetables, fresh ginger, and a savory-sweet sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes.

Time
20m
Servings
Category
Main Course

Special Notes

This works great on its own as a low-carb meal, or serve it over steamed rice. The rosemary is unconventional for a stir-fry but adds a lovely earthy note alongside the ginger. If you don't have soy sauce, you can substitute with salt and a splash of Worcestershire sauce.

Special Equipment

WokLarge skillet
Ingredients

Protein

  • 17.9 oz (peeled and deveined)

Vegetables

  • 2 pieces (thinly sliced on a bias)
  • 2 pieces (cut into wedges)
  • 1 piece (sliced)
  • 1 piece (sliced)
  • 8.9 oz

Aromatics

  • 1.5 tablespoons (grated)
  • 4 pieces (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon (chopped)

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons
  • 3 tablespoons
  • 1 teaspoon
  • 1 tablespoon
  • 1 tablespoon

Oils and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons
  • 1 pinch

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons
Instructions

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce3 tablespoons, honey or sugar1 tablespoon, rice vinegar or lime juice1 tablespoon, cornstarch1 teaspoon, and water2 tablespoons until smooth. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp17.9 oz (peeled and deveined) dry and season lightly with salt and pepper1 pinch. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sear the shrimp: Heat vegetable oil2 tablespoons in a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking. Add the shrimp17.9 oz (peeled and deveined) in a single layer and sear for about 2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove immediately and set aside.

  2. 4

    Stir-fry the vegetables: In the same wok, add a splash more oil if needed. Add carrot2 pieces (thinly sliced on a bias) and broccoli florets8.9 oz first — stir-fry for 4 minutes. Then add bell pepper1 piece (sliced), jalapeño1 piece (sliced), and tomato2 pieces (cut into wedges). Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp.

  3. 5

    Add aromatics: Push vegetables to the side and add garlic cloves4 pieces (minced), fresh ginger1.5 tablespoons (grated), and fresh rosemary1 teaspoon (chopped) to the center of the wok. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until very fragrant, then toss everything together.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Combine and finish: Return the shrimp17.9 oz (peeled and deveined) to the wok. Pour the sauce over everything and toss to coat. Cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and glazes everything. Drizzle with sesame oil1 teaspoon (optional) if using.

  2. 7

    Serve: Transfer to a plate or bowl. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro2 tablespoons. Serve on its own, or with rice if you have it.