Description
This delicious Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir-Fry is a quick and easy dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Featuring succulent shrimp, crisp snow peas, and earthy mushrooms, all tossed in a savory garlic-soy sauce blend with a touch of sesame oil. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a flavorful and nutritious meal that can be served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins and Vegetables
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz snow peas, trimmed
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or canola oil)
Seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil: In a wok or large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, preparing the pan for stir-frying.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the hot pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté Garlic and Mushrooms: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms soften and garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add Snow Peas: Toss in the trimmed snow peas and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. The snow peas should turn bright green and remain tender-crisp.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Toss everything together thoroughly to coat all ingredients with the savory sauce.
- Season: Season the stir-fry with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cook for another minute to heat everything through and allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the shrimp and snow pea stir-fry hot, ideally over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red chili flakes when sautéing the garlic.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to maintain their tender texture.
- Snow peas should remain crisp; cook them briefly to retain their crunch and vibrant color.
- This dish can be easily doubled to serve more people.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but best enjoyed fresh.
