Imagine a sizzling dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary culinary experience - our Shrimp with Tomatoes Stir Fry is exactly that magical recipe! Bursting with vibrant colors, bold Asian-inspired flavors, and a tantalizing aroma that will make your kitchen smell like a gourmet restaurant, this quick and easy meal is about to become your new weeknight obsession. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook looking to impress, or simply craving something deliciously different, this recipe promises to elevate your dinner game with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Tomatoes, sliced
- Bell pepper, sliced
- Garlic, minced
- Soy sauce
- Olive oil
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping: peel and devein shrimp, slice tomatoes and bell peppers into thin strips, mince garlic, and chop green onions.
- Heat olive oil in a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and appears slightly rippling.
- Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning and release aromatic flavors.
- Add shrimp to the pan, spreading them in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and start to curl slightly.
- Introduce sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes, keeping them crisp and vibrant.
- Add sliced tomatoes and continue stir-frying for another 1-2 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly but not break down completely.
- Pour soy sauce over the mixture, stirring to ensure even coating and flavor distribution.
- Cook for a final 1-2 minutes, ensuring shrimp are fully cooked and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately, preferably over steamed rice or with your preferred side dish.
Tips
- Always use fresh, high-quality shrimp and pat them completely dry before cooking to ensure perfect searing.
- Prep all ingredients before starting to cook - stir-frying moves quickly, and you won't have time to chop mid-process.
- Use a wok or wide skillet for even heat distribution and maximum flavor development.
- Don't overcrowd the pan; cook shrimp in a single layer to achieve that beautiful golden-pink color.
- Keep vegetables crisp by stir-frying on high heat and avoiding overcooking.
- Season gradually and taste as you go - soy sauce can be salty, so add incrementally.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature, ideally over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 180mg
