If there's one dish that ignites the senses and transports you to the culinary wonders of the Far East, it's the sizzle of Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry. This delectable combination of succulent shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and an explosive blend of seasonings is not just a flavor extravaganza; it's a healthy, quick fix any self-respecting home cook should have in their repertoire.
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Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry
Whether you’re a seafood lover aiming for protein-packed perfection, a health enthusiast looking to spruce up your paleo menu, or just someone who craves a zesty kick in their meals, spicy shrimp stir-fry hits the mark.
No spicy shrimp stir-fry is complete without the perfect sidekick. Something delicious like a Cucumber and Carrot Salad or a light Grapefruit, Melon and Orange Salad will complement the shrimp so well.
Ingredients
Serves: 4 Prep Time: 8-10 hours and 7 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes
- 20-24 raw shrimp
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup lemon juice
- 2 small red chillies, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
How to Make Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry
Mix all the ingredients other than the shrimp together in a bowl. Add the shrimp and place in the refrigerator to marinate overnight.
When ready to cook, remove the shrimp from the marinade and stir-fry them until crispy with some cooking fat.
Add the marinade back to the wok and bring to a boil while tossing to blend in the flavors.
More Shrimp Recipes
If you love shrimp as much as I do, then you'll want to add it to your meal plan regularly. Below are a few more family-favorite recipes to check out and bookmark for making soon.
- Shrimp Fajita Bake Recipe
- Buffalo Shrimp Recipe
- Spicy Shrimp Recipe
- Cajun-Style Shrimp Recipe
- Sweet Lemon Shrimp Recipe
📖 Recipe
Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry
Equipment
- 1 Wok
Ingredients
- 20-24 raw shrimp
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup lemon juice
- 2 small red chillies seeded and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients other than the shrimp together in a bowl. Add the shrimp and place in the refrigerator to marinate overnight.1 small onion, ½ cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 3 cloves garlic, ½ cup lemon juice, 2 small red chillies, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 20-24 raw shrimp
- When ready to cook, remove the shrimp from the marinade and stir-fry them until crispy with some cooking fat.
- Add the marinade back to the wok and bring to a boil while tossing to blend in the flavors.
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