Shrimp Stir-Fry (Sweet Chili Sauce) with Mixed Veggies

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled
• 1/2 tsp salt
• to taste Black pepper
• 1 tbsp oil
• 5 cups mixed stir-fry vegetables
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp grated ginger (optional)
• to taste Sauce: 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce + 2 tbsp soy sauce + 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• to taste Slurry: 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional)
• to taste Steamed rice, for serving
• to taste Sesame seeds and scallions, for garnish (optional)

Method

1. Stir-fry shrimp in oil 1–2 minutes per side; remove to a plate.
2. In the same pan, add garlic (and ginger) and cook 15 seconds.
3. Stir-fry vegetables 5–6 minutes until crisp-tender.
4. Stir-fry vegetables 5–6 minutes until crisp-tender.
5. Pour sauce into pan; simmer 1 minute.
6. Stir in slurry if you want it thicker; cook 30 seconds.
7. Return protein to the pan and toss to coat.
8. Serve over rice; garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.

Notes

High heat + quick cooking keeps vegetables crisp.