Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry

Name: Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup uncooked white rice; 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips; 3 green onions, sliced; 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce; 0.5 pound sugar snap peas; 0.125 cup cornstarch; 0.75 cup chicken broth; 0.25 teaspoon salt

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

Recipe by Debbie

Updated on August 22, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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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
⅛ cup cornstarch
¾ cup chicken broth
¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

In a medium saucepan, bring salted water to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
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.
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.
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 Fat 9g	12%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Cholesterol 173mg	58%
Sodium 885mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate 51g	18%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 24g
Vitamin C 45mg	226%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 358mg	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.