Description
A quick and flavorful Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry featuring tender shrimp sautéed with sweet red peppers, onions, and aromatic basil, finished with a light chicken broth sauce. Perfectly served over your choice of rice, this stir-fry offers a delicious and easy meal in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
- 1 cup thinly sliced red or white onion
- 3 tablespoons minced green onion
- Optional: 2 cups fresh snow peas
Seasonings and Sauces
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter or stick margarine
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare Rice: Cook your preferred type of rice according to package instructions to serve as a base for the stir-fry.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Main Ingredients: Add the shrimp, optional snow peas, julienned red pepper, sliced onion, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Stir-Fry: Cook the mixture while stirring frequently for about 5 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque and the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Add Broth and Green Onions: Pour in the chicken broth and cook for an additional minute to heat the broth through, then add the minced green onions and toss gently to combine flavors.
- Serve: Spoon the garlic shrimp stir-fry over the prepared rice and serve immediately for a warm and flavorful meal.
Notes
- Optionally, add 2 cups of fresh snow peas with the vegetables for extra crunch and sweetness.
- Use margarine or butter based on dietary preference or availability.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the shrimp at their best texture.
- Can be paired with brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier twist.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on dietary needs.