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Shrimp and bell pepper stir-fry in a skillet

Shrimp and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

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A vibrant and quick stir-fry combining shrimp, colorful bell peppers, and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 450 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 pieces bell peppers, thinly sliced Use a mix of colors for extra vibrancy.
  • 1 pieces onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauces and Broth
  • 30 ml soy sauce
  • 15 ml oyster sauce
  • 10 g cornstarch
  • 120 ml chicken broth
Cooking essentials
  • 15 ml vegetable oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and chicken broth. Whisk until the cornstarch is fully dissolved, and set the sauce aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Cooking
  1. Add the minced garlic, sliced bell peppers, and onion to the wok. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, or until the vegetables are just tender yet crisp.
  2. Toss in the shrimp and continue stir-frying for another 2–3 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce into the wok. Toss everything to coat evenly and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats all components.
  4. Serve immediately while hot, ideally accompanied by steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

For a beautiful presentation, serve the stir-fry over a bed of fluffy steamed rice. Add crushed peanuts before serving for a delightful crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain texture.
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