Stir Fry Shrimp With Garlic Sauce Recipe

This incredible stir-fry recipe delivers succulent shrimp in a rich, savory garlic sauce. A hidden gem of a recipe, it's bursting with flavor and surprisingly easy to make! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 477.4 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 3.2 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Stir Fry Shrimp With Garlic Sauce

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How to Make Stir Fry Shrimp With Garlic Sauce

  1. Peel and devein 1 pound of shrimp. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Mince 6 cloves of garlic and 1-inch piece of ginger.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add shrimp to the hot wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
  6. Remove shrimp from wok and set aside.
  7. Add garlic and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  8. Pour the sauce into the wok and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until thickened.
  9. Return shrimp to the wok and toss to coat in the sauce.
  10. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

15g

Carbs

15g

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