Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry

Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry

This quick and tasty main dish has a double hit of sesame oil and seeds that add nutty flavor to crisp peppers and shrimp.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • ½ pound sugar snap peas
  • 1/8 cup cornstarch
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring salted water to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 2
While rice is simmering, combine shrimp, ginger, cayenne pepper, garlic, sesame seeds and black pepper in a large plastic food storage bag. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator.

Step 3
Heat sesame oil in a large wok or skillet. Add red bell pepper and green onions; saute 3 to 4 minutes to soften slightly Add teriyaki sauce. Add peas and shrimp with seasoning; saute 4 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.

Step 4
Stir cornstarch into chicken broth and add to wok; cook, stirring until mixture boils. Sprinkle with salt. Spoon shrimp mixture over rice.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

396
Calories
9g
Fat
51g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 396
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 12%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol173mg 58%
Sodium885mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate51g 18%
Dietary Fiber3g 11%
Total Sugars3g
Protein24g
Vitamin C45mg 226%
Calcium97mg 7%
Iron6mg 33%
Potassium358mg 8%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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