20-Minute Shrimp Veggie Stir-Fry (Printable)

A quick, vibrant stir-fry featuring juicy shrimp and crisp vegetables over cauliflower rice.

# What you need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
05 - 1 cup broccoli florets
06 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
07 - 3 green onions, sliced plus extra for garnish
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated

→ Sauce

10 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
14 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch, optional
15 - 2 tablespoons water

→ Cauliflower Rice

16 - 1 large head cauliflower or 4 cups pre-riced cauliflower
17 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
18 - Pinch of salt and pepper

→ Garnish

19 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, optional

# Directions:

01 - Remove leaves and stem from cauliflower. Pulse florets in a food processor until rice-sized pieces form.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice with salt and pepper. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until tender but not mushy. Transfer to serving bowls and cover to keep warm.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, cornstarch if using, and water. Set aside.
04 - Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - In the same pan, add a splash more oil if needed. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, and sugar snap peas. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
06 - Return shrimp to the pan. Pour in the sauce, tossing everything to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through.
07 - Spoon stir-fry over cauliflower rice. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Fast and Easy: Goes from prep to table in just 20 minutes.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Packed with colorful vegetables and lean protein.
02 -
  • Preparation: Have all your vegetables chopped and sauce whisked before you start cooking, as the stir-fry process moves very quickly.
  • Shrimp Texture: Avoid overcooking the shrimp; remove them as soon as they turn opaque to keep them juicy.
  • Thickening: If the sauce is too thin, simmer for an extra minute; if too thick, add a tablespoon of water.
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