TERIYAKI SHRIMP STIR FRY
A quick and easy stir fry packed with shrimp and colorful vegetables, all coated in a delicious teriyaki sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot thinly sliced
- 3 green onions chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
STEP 1: PREPARE THE SHRIMP
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
STEP 2: STIR FRY THE VEGETABLES
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
STEP 3: COMBINE AND FINISH
- Return Shrimp: Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet with the vegetables.
- Add Sauce: Pour in the teriyaki sauce and toss everything together until well coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
STEP 4: SERVE
- Serve the teriyaki shrimp stir fry over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.