Shrimp Stir-Fry (Teriyaki 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 soy sauce + 2 tbsp brown sugar + 2 tbsp rice vinegar + 1 tsp grated ginger + 2 cloves garlic, minced
• to taste Slurry: 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
• 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. Stir sauce ingredients in a bowl.
6. Pour into pan; simmer 1 minute.
7. Stir in slurry; cook 30–60 seconds until glossy.
8. Return protein to the pan and toss to coat.
9. Serve over rice; garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.

Notes

High heat + quick cooking keeps vegetables crisp.