Awesome Stir-Fry Shrimp Recipe

Name: Awesome Stir-Fry Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled & deveined; 3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided; 1 tablespoon liquid honey; 4 tablespoons dry wine; 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; ¼ teaspoon Chinese five spice powder; 1 cup orange juice; 1 small green bell pepper, julienned; ½ cup julienned onion; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; 2 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled & deveined
3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 tablespoon liquid honey
4 tablespoons dry wine
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
¼ teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 cup orange juice
1 small green bell pepper, julienned
½ cup julienned onion
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

1
Mix together 1 1/2 TBS of the oil, the honey, wine, soy sauce, orange juice, five-spice powder, garlic and ginger in a bowl.
2
Add the shrimp, making sure to coat them evenly with the marinade; cover and marinate for at least an hour or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
3
Remove the shrimp from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
4
Heat a wok over high heat until it smokes, and then add the 1 tablespoons Peanut oil.
5
Add peppers and onions, stir fry for approximately 2-3 minutes - remove from wok and set aside.
6
Wipe wok out with a paper towel if remaining oil has become dark.
7
Heat the remaining peanut oil for a couple of seconds, then add the shrimp and stir-fry for a minute, or until they have turned pink, promptly remove shrimp and set aside - (you do not want to overcook the shrimp).
8
Pour in the reserved marinade, water & cornstarch.
9
Cook briskly, stirring constantly until it is thick/syrupy, a matter of just a minute or so.
10
Serve sauce over the shrimp & veggies with your favorite rice.

326

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled & deveined, 3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided, 1 tablespoon liquid honey, 4 tablespoons dry wine, and more.

Yes, Awesome Stir-Fry Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Awesome Stir-Fry Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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