Welcome! Today I am excited to share a recipe of zesty and flavourful delights—the Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry. With succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, fresh and vibrant vegetables, and a mouthwatering lemon garlic sauce, this stir-fry is a weeknight wonder that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. The best part? It’s ready in just 20 minutes, making it the ideal choice for busy lives when time is scarce.
Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to create the lemon garlic sauce.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets, red bell pepper, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and pour the lemon garlic sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Season with black pepper and adjust salt to taste.
- Serve the zesty lemon garlic shrimp stir-fry over a bed of steaming jasmine rice or gluten-free noodles. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions, if desired.
Note: Feel free to customize this stir-fry by adding your favourite vegetables, such as sliced carrots, baby corn, or water chestnuts. You can also add a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavour. Enjoy this delightful weeknight feast and savour the burst of zesty lemon and garlicky goodness in every bite!
Serving Suggestions
To fully embrace the culinary experience, serve over a bed of steaming jasmine rice or gluten-free noodles. The grains will soak up the delectable sauce, making each forkful even more irresistible. For an extra touch of elegance, garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions, adding a pop of colour and a hint of herbal fragrance.
