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Honey Lime Cajun Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe

This vibrant Honey Lime Cajun Shrimp Stir-Fry is a family-friendly favorite! A zesty blend of honey, lime, and Cajun spices creates an irresistible marinade for juicy shrimp. Toss it all with your favorite veggies for a quick, healthy, and flavorful weeknight meal. Easily customizable to your taste and what you have on hand – perfect for a busy week! This recipe was inspired by a classic marinade but features a unique stir-fry creation.

Prep Time 75 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 328.3 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
Honey Lime Cajun Shrimp Stir Fry

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Ingredients for Honey Lime Cajun Shrimp Stir Fry

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How to Make Honey Lime Cajun Shrimp Stir Fry

  1. **Marinate the Shrimp:** In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1 pound of shrimp to a sealable container, pour half of the marinade over the shrimp, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
  2. **Stir-fry the Vegetables:** Heat 1 tablespoon of oil (vegetable, canola, or coconut) in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color), 1 cup broccoli florets, 1/2 cup sliced red onion, and 1/2 cup snow peas. Stir-fry for 8-10 minutes, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. **Cook the Shrimp:** Push the vegetables to the side of the wok. Add the marinated shrimp and the remaining marinade to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  4. **Thicken the Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1/4 cup water until smooth. Pour into the wok and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  5. **Serve:** Serve the Honey Lime Cajun Shrimp Stir-Fry immediately over cooked brown rice. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

2g

Carbs

18g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Healthy Main Dish Rice Seafood Vegetables American Asian Cajun Chinese Southern United States Easy Low Fat Shrimp Stove Top Dietary One Dish Meal Low Sodium Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Stir Fry Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains Brown Rice Shellfish Carrots Equipment Technique 4 Hours Or Less