Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry

Recipe posted in: Flex Meals & Snacks, Lunches & Dinners, Main Courses
Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry with vegetables and soba noodles

Imagine being able to prepare a restaurant-quality, deliciously healthy Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry in the comfort of your home. With this recipe, that dream becomes a reality. The dish is brimming with nutritional goodness, combining low-sodium soy sauce for a lighter, healthier kick, with honey, a natural sweetener with a host of health benefits.

A Healthy (and Delicious!) Homemade Meal

This recipe was inspired by a desire to create a simple, healthful dish that doesn’t compromise on flavor. It’s an amalgamation of traditional Asian flavors, with a unique twist. The secret lies in its homemade Teriyaki Sauce, which skillfully balances sweet and savory elements, thanks to ingredients like brown sugar, ginger and sesame oil.

Not only does this Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry taste heavenly, but it also packs a powerful nutritional punch. Shrimp, the star of the dish, is a great source of protein, while the variety of stir-fry vegetables contribute essential vitamins and minerals.

The dish promises an explosion of flavors. The succulent shrimp pairs perfectly with the crunchy stir-fry vegetables, all wrapped up in a glossy, flavorful teriyaki sauce. The aroma of the dish, imbued with garlic and ginger, is sure to tantalize the senses even before the first bite.

How to Make Shrimp Teriyaki Stir Fry

The process of making this dish is super easy. It begins with preparing the teriyaki sauce made with simple and flavorful ingredients like low sodium soy sauce, water, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, honey and sesame oil.

Next, you’ll stir fry your choice of vegetables to the perfect crunch. We used a combination of broccoli, snow peas, carrots and mushrooms.

Finally, the shrimp is cooked to perfection before everything is combined, resulting in a delightful medley of flavors and textures.

The detailed steps provided below ensure that creating this culinary masterpiece is a breeze, even for novice cooks.

In conclusion, this Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry recipe is an excellent choice for those seeking a healthy, flavorful and easy-to-make meal. It’s a testament that healthful food can be just as delicious, if not more so, than its less healthy counterparts.

Customizing Your Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry

This Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry recipe invites experimentation and can be tailored to individual preferences, dietary requirements, or whatever ingredients are on hand.

Varying the Protein

While shrimp is the protein of choice in this recipe, it can easily be substituted with others to suit different tastes or dietary needs. For instance, sliced chicken breast, beef strips or tofu cubes can replace the shrimp for an equally delicious result.

Choosing the Vegetables

The recipe uses a mix of classic stir-fry vegetables like broccoli, snow peas, carrots, peppers and mushrooms. However, these can be swapped out for other favorites or seasonal produce. Baby corn, zucchini or even leafy greens like spinach or bok choy would make great additions.

Adjusting the Sauce

The teriyaki sauce in this recipe is a delicate balance of sweet and savory. However, it can also be adjusted to personal preference. For a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of chili flakes or a splash of Sriracha. For a tangier twist, a squeeze of fresh lime or lemon juice could do the trick.

Serving Suggestions

This Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry is delicious on its own, but it can also be served over a bed of steamed rice, quinoa or soba noodles for a more filling meal. For a low-carb option, consider pairing it with cauliflower rice or zoodles (zucchini noodles).  You could also garnish your stir fry with flavorful ingredients like sesame seeds or diced green onions.

By customizing your meal, it’s easy to keep things fresh and exciting while still enjoying the health benefits and delicious flavors of this easy-to-make Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry.

If you’re on a Nutrisystem weight loss plan, you can count each serving as one PowerFuel, two Extras and one Vegetable. Be sure to check out the Nutrisystem Grocery Guide for more information on counting additional ingredients.

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Servings: 6

Calories per Serving: 137

On Nutrisystem, Count As: 1 PowerFuel, 2 Extras and 1 Vegetable

Ingredients:

  • Teriyaki Sauce
  • ¼ cup soy sauce, low sodium
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 tsp. minced garlic
  • 2 tsp. minced ginger
  • 1 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 tsp. sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry
  • 3 tsp. canola oil, divided
  • 3 cups stir fry vegetables (e.g., broccoli, snow peas, carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.)
  • 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions:

  1. To make the sauce, place the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, honey and sesame oil in a small pot over medium-high heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Mix the cornstarch with water until dissolved. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened. Set the sauce aside.
  3. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft. Remove and set aside.
  4. Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil in the pan. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until just cooked through.
  5. Add the vegetables back to the pan with the shrimp. Pour the sauce over the top and cook for 1-2 minutes, until warmed through.
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