Description
Easy Shrimp and Steak Stir Fry is a protein-packed dinner that’s full of flavor, colorful vegetables, and ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights when you want a healthy and satisfying meal without the wait.
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb flank steak or flat iron steak, thinly sliced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup snow peas
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced ginger
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
¼ cup beef broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
½ tablespoon sugar
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sugar, and sesame oil until smooth and the sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the Steak: Place the sliced steak in a container or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over, stir to coat, and let it sit while you prep vegetables.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the steak with marinade and stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove the steak and set aside, leaving any remaining marinade in the pan.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add red onion, red pepper, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Make the Deglazing Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, and sugar until combined.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour the broth mixture into the skillet around the 4–5 minute mark to prevent the vegetables from drying out and to enhance flavor.
- Add Snow Peas: Stir in the snow peas and cook for another 2 minutes—they should stay crisp.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until firm and pink, about 3 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked steak to the skillet, toss everything together, and heat through.
- Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately with rice or noodles.
Notes
Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness.
Stir-fry over high heat to keep veggies crisp.
Don’t overcook shrimp—they’re done as soon as they turn pink.
Serve with rice, noodles, or a low-carb option like cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 381 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 50 g