Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp

1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper, and toss with cornstarch if using (this helps to make them crispier).

Step 2: Make the Stir-Fry Sauce

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

Step 3: Cook the Shrimp

3. In a large skillet or wok, heat half of the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, until pink and slightly crispy. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4: Sauté the Vegetables

4. Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add the red, yellow, and green bell peppers, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, until the peppers are tender-crisp.
5. Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5: Combine and Serve

6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, along with the stir-fry sauce. Toss everything together for another 1-2 minutes, until the shrimp are fully coated in the sauce and heated through.
7. Garnish with the green parts of the green onions and serve hot.

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Serving Suggestions

• Rice: Serve the stir-fry over steamed jasmine rice or brown rice for a classic pairing.
• Noodles: Toss the stir-fry with cooked rice noodles or udon for a delicious noodle bowl.
• Quinoa: For a high-protein alternative, serve over quinoa.

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Tips and Variations

• Customize Your Veggies: Add sliced carrots, snow peas, or snap peas to mix up the textures and flavors.
• Adjust the Heat: If you like a spicier stir-fry, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
• Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce to keep it gluten-free.

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