Spicy Thai Peanut Shrimp Stir-Fry (Printable Version)
Shrimp, veggies, and Thai peanut sauce combine for a quick, bold stir-fry ideal for weeknight dinners.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 7 ounces peeled and deveined shrimp
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 cup snap peas
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
→ Sauce
04 - 1/4 cup Thai peanut sauce
05 - Pinch red pepper flakes
→ Serving
06 - Cooked white rice for serving
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, snap peas, and julienned carrot. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until shrimp are cooked through and vegetables are crisp-tender.
02 - Reduce heat to medium. Stir in Thai peanut sauce and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Toss until ingredients are thoroughly coated and heated through.
03 - Spoon the shrimp and vegetable mixture over portions of cooked white rice. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Easy to throw together in under half an hour
- Fresh and flexible enough to suit whatever veggies you have
- Balanced spicy savory nutty flavors that taste like takeout
02 -
- Balanced nutrition with protein healthy fats and crunch
- Works as meal prep and reheats well for lunch
- The peanut sauce ties everything together so do not skimp
03 -
- Dry the shrimp on paper towels before cooking to get a nice sear and prevent steaming
- Always taste your peanut sauce before adding and adjust with a spoonful of coconut milk or a squeeze of lime if it needs more balance
- Never overcook the veggies letting them keep some snap adds contrast and keeps the whole bowl lively
- Layer up the toppings with roasted peanuts or more herbs for an even punchier finish