How to Make Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a quick and delicious weeknight meal that will satisfy your craving for Asian cuisine? Look no further than this amazing recipe for Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry. This dish is bursting with flavor, with tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a savory sesame sauce that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.

Shrimp is the perfect protein for stir-fries, as it cooks quickly and absorbs the flavors of the sauce beautifully. In this recipe, the shrimp is enhanced with a...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • ½ pound sugar snap peas
  • ⅛ cup cornstarch
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a medium saucepan, bring salted water to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • While rice is simmering, combine shrimp, ginger, cayenne pepper, garlic, sesame seeds and black pepper in a large plastic food storage bag. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator.
  • Heat sesame oil in a large wok or skillet. Add red bell pepper and green onions; saute 3 to 4 minutes to soften slightly Add teriyaki sauce. Add peas and shrimp with seasoning; saute 4 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.
  • Stir cornstarch into chicken broth and add to wok; cook, stirring until mixture boils. Sprinkle with salt. Spoon shrimp mixture over rice.
  • Nutrition

    396 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 173mg
    • Sodium: 885mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 97mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 358mg