Description
This Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry is a quick, vibrant, and flavorful dish perfect for a family meal. It features succulent shrimp cooked with colorful bell peppers and onions, tossed in a savory soy-oyster sauce blend. Ready in just 25 minutes, this stir-fry offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes that come together beautifully with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Other
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water, stirring until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set this mixture aside to be used later in the stir-fry.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and sliced onion, sautéing for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened. Then add all the sliced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine and Cook: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients and stir continuously, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat all the components evenly. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Season: Taste the stir-fry and season with salt and pepper as desired to enhance the flavors.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp and pepper stir-fry hot, ideally over steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor, but frozen shrimp thawed properly will also work.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.
- Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of chili sauce for a spicy kick.
- This dish can be customized with other vegetables like snap peas or broccoli.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
