Apricot Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe

Ingredients for Apricot Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Chicken Broth
• Apricot Preserves
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• Sesame Seeds
• Green Pepper
• Red Pepper
• Green Onions
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Vegetable Oil
• Medium Shrimp
• 1/2 cup water chestnuts (sliced)
• Baby Corn
• Cooked Brown Rice

How to Make Apricot Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup apricot preserves, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil until smooth.
2. Set aside.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 bell pepper (sliced), 1/2 cup onion (sliced), 2 cloves garlic (minced), and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Stir-fry for 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
4. Add 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined), 1/2 cup water chestnuts (sliced), and 1/2 cup frozen corn. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until shrimp is pink and opaque.
5. Pour the apricot glaze over the shrimp and vegetables.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
7. Serve immediately over hot cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.