Shrimp & Bell Peppers (ready in 5 minutes) Shrimp & Vegetables Stir Fry

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken provides lean protein, while tofu is plant-based and budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a healthier thickener, while potato starch is more affordable.

Season shrimp with salt, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning.

Prep vegetables: bell peppers, carrots, onion, garlic, and minced ginger.

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce (or honey as a substitute), sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until combined.

Heat cooking oil in a pot.

Add shrimp to the pot and cook for about 30 seconds on each side, totaling about 1 minute.

Add all the prepped vegetables to the pot and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until toasted and flavorful.

Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, add green onions, and stir to combine.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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