Sesame Glazed Shrimp with Snow Peas and Baby Corn
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Sesame Glazed Shrimp with Snow Peas and Baby Corn, a vibrant stir-fry that’s bursting with flavor and color. Tender, juicy shrimp are paired with crisp snow peas and baby corn, all coated in a luscious homemade sesame glaze made from soy sauce, honey, and aromatic ginger and garlic. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy evenings. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a touch of elegance and extra flavor. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home. Perfect for lovers of Asian-inspired cuisine, this savory stir-fry will keep everyone coming back for more. Keywords: sesame shrimp, stir-fry recipe, snow peas and baby corn, quick Asian dinner, sesame glaze sauce.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 150 grams snow peas, trimmed
- 150 grams baby corn, halved lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
- 2 stalks scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the glaze.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water and set aside.
Step 3
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
Step 4
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Step 6
In the same skillet, add the snow peas and baby corn. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
Step 7
Return the shrimp to the skillet, then pour in the sesame glaze. Stir well to coat all the ingredients.
Step 8
Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet and stir until the glaze thickens, about 1 minute.
Step 9
Remove from heat and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions.
Step 10
Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (962.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1011.6 |
| Total Fat 32.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g | |
| Cholesterol 850.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3440.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.0g | |
| Protein 120.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 490.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1998.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories