For a richer flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in a tablespoon of soy sauce and a teaspoon of sesame oil for 15-20 minutes before cooking. Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness. If you don't have peanut oil, vegetable oil or canola oil can be substituted. Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli florets, carrots, or mushrooms to the stir-fry. For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME8 mins
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TOTAL TIME28 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS12
A vibrant and flavorful dance of succulent shrimp and crisp bell peppers, elevated with a tangy-sweet sauce. This stir-fry is a quick and healthy weeknight delight, perfect served over a bed of steaming jasmine rice or delicate rice noodles.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol360 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein44 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium2309 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth. Set aside. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02
Step
4 mins
Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and snow peas. Stir-fry until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the wok and set aside in a large bowl. (Cook time: 4 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
Reduce the heat to medium-high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of peanut oil to the wok. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes, flipping halfway through, until pink and cooked through. (Cook time: 2 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
Return the cooked vegetables to the wok with the shrimp. Stir the sauce mixture again to ensure the cornstarch is evenly distributed, then pour it over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir constantly until the sauce comes to a simmer and thickens, about 1 to 2 minutes. (Cook time: 2 minutes)
05
Step
1 mins
Serve immediately over steamed rice or rice noodles. Garnish with extra chopped green onions, if desired. (Prep time: 1 minute)
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Kristian Kirlin
Jun 28, 2025I used frozen shrimp, and it worked perfectly. Just made sure to thaw them completely and pat them dry before cooking.
Marilyne Emard
Jun 17, 2025I added a little ginger to the sauce, and it was fantastic!
Loren Langworth
Jun 9, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! So quick and easy to make, and my family loves it.
Sunny Stanton
Jun 2, 2025This is now a staple in our house! Thank you for sharing!
Pierce Windler
Jun 1, 2025The sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, so I reduced the brown sugar by half.