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Quick Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas

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A quick, easy, and healthy shrimp stir-fry with snap peas ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium to large size)
  • 2 cups snap peas, trimmed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thin
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels. Trim the snap peas by snapping off the stem ends. Mince garlic and ginger finely. Slice green onions.
  2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), and sesame oil. Stir until blended and set aside.
  3. Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and heat until shimmering.
  4. Add shrimp to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook until pink and opaque, about 1.5-2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
  5. Reduce heat slightly. Add garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions to the pan. Stir quickly until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  6. Add snap peas and stir-fry until bright green and tender-crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan. Pour the sauce over everything and stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until flavors meld and sauce thickens slightly. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Toss in the green parts of the sliced green onions and give a final stir. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve immediately while hot and crisp.

Notes

Use high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to keep shrimp juicy and snap peas crisp. Mix sauce ingredients separately for balanced flavor. Frozen shrimp and snap peas can be used if thawed and drained. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Leftovers keep for up to 2 days in the fridge; reheat gently in a skillet.

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