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March 4, 2019

Speedy Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry

Published March 4, 2019 | Julia Frey (Vikalinka)

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You simply cannot find a dinner option that is quicker than my shrimp stir fry, that is healthy and delicious, bursting with fresh flavours and vibrant colours!!

Sesame shrimp flavoured with garlic, ginger and chillies, then cooked quickly with crunchy snow peas, baby corn and bean sprouts.  It’s quicker than ordering a takeout!

For more Chinese recipes, check out my Chinese Chicken Curry. 
Speedy Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry

We don’t do takeouts too often around here and when we do, it’s always Indian. This is mostly because curry has become Britain’s national dish and out of 200 + takeout restaurants available in our area 150 of them are Indian and Nepalese.

I love it but Brad often complains that he is in serious need of Chinese food.

I’ve never been a big fan. Don’t take me wrong, I love a good Sweet and Sour Pork or Peking Duck as much as the next person but I can rarely find a restaurant that will do them justice.

Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry

I am as picky as they come but visiting China more than a decade ago and eating authentic Chinese food ruined me for good.  

I guess what bothers me most in local takeouts is the overall unhealthiness of the food, which is usually down to the method of cooking and the ingredients not the cuisine itself.

This recipe for shrimp stir fry, however, couldn’t be further away from that. My shrimp stir fry is healthy and delicious; bursting with fresh flavours and vibrant colours!

Shrimp Stir Fry in white and blue bowl.

What ingredients go into Shrimp Stir Fry?

  • garlic, ginger, fresh chillies, lime juice, cilantro and sesame oil, soy sauce and 5 Spice Mix for flavour
  • shrimp or any other protein you like
  • snow peas, bean sprouts, baby corn, peas or any other veg you prefer

Speedy Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry (prep)

How long does it take to make a Chinese stir fry?

Chinese stir frys are quick dinners. Most of the time goes into preparing the ingredients but peeling and cutting the vegetables. The cooking itself happens within minutes.

That is why it’s important to have all ingredients prepped and ready to go before the you turn the heat on.

This recipe comes together in 15 minutes! Quick, healthy, delish. It ticks all the right boxes.

For more tips on making stir fry check out my Beef, Mushroom and Snow Pea Stir Fry.

Can I substitute shrimp in this stir fry recipe?

If you are not a fan of shrimp, it can be easily swapped for chicken or strips of beef or pork.

If you make it vegetarian it’s still full of flavour! I love versatile recipes like that.

Recipe originally published in 02/2014. Updated in 03/2019

Shrimp Stir Fry in white and blue bowl.

Speedy Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry

This quick sesame shrimp stir fry recipe is what you need when there is simply no time to cook because making it is quicker than ordering a takeout!
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Main
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: shrimp stir fry
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Julia Frey of Vikalinka

Ingredients

  • Fresh ginger grated- 2" piece
  • Garlic minced- 2 cloves
  • Red Chilli thinly sliced- 0.5-1
  • Fresh Cilantro chopped- a bunch
  • Vegetable oil- 2 tbsp.
  • Shrimp peeled- 0.5 lbs.
  • Five-spice powder- 1 tsp.
  • Cornstarch- 1 tsp.
  • Baby corn- 6
  • Snow Peas- 10-12
  • Soy sauce- 2 tbsp.
  • Lime juice- from 1 lime
  • Sesame oil- 1 tsp.
  • Honey- Β½ tsp.
  • Frozen peas- ΒΌ cup
  • Beansprouts- ΒΌ cup
  • Water- ΒΌ cup
  • Sesame seeds- 1 tbsp.
  • Rice noodles- 7 oz

Instructions

  • Set a pot of water on the stove and once the water is boiled cook rice noodles according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, get all ingredients out and put them on a counter in front of you. It's very important to be prepared because once you start things happen very quickly. Peel and grate ginger, mince garlic, slice chilli, pick cilantro leaves off the stalk, chop the stalks.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over high heat and add chopped cilantro stalks, ginger, chilli, garlic, shrimp and five-spice powder, stir fry for 1-2 minutes.
  • Then add cornstarch, baby corn and snow peas and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Add soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey and beansprouts. Stir fry for 2 more minutes, add a splash of water if it's getting too dry and cook for 2 minutes longer.
  • Drain rice noodles and divide them among bowls. Top with stir fry and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Recipe source- Jamie Oliver.

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About Julia Frey (Vikalinka)

Julia Frey is a London based recipe developer and photographer. Julia founded Vikalinka in 2012 with the main mission to provide her readers with delicious and accessible everyday recipes, which could be enjoyed by everyone.
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Comments

  1. Hannah Dawe says

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    Could you make this with leftover rice instead of noodles?

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    • Julia Frey (Vikalinka) says

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      Absolutely!

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  2. Susan says

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    5 stars
    I can’t seem to stop making this stir fry! Something about the combination of soy and lime and 5 spice makes it unbelievably
    delicious! I’ve tried it with all kinds of other veggies: bok choy and red pepper are great and water chestnuts add more crunch. Julia, you’ve done it again! I never fail to impress when I use your recipes!

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    • vikalinka says

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      Oh I am so thrilled you love it, Susan! It’s such a quick and delicious way to get dinner on the table, isn’t it?!

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  3. Valentina says

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    5 stars
    Okay, so this shrimp stir fry is seriously calling my name. I can’t wait to try it. I love the added baby corn, that’s going to be my kids’ favorite.

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  4. Kat says

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    5 stars
    I love a good stir fry recipe! It saved dinner time for us pretty much on weekly basis when I had a corporate job. And this sesame shrimp stir fry looks so perfect. Love all the veggies…especially the baby corn πŸ™‚

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  5. Dina says

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    5 stars
    My family and I love homemade Asian takeout. So much healthier and tastier too! I already know my folks are going to go crazy over this shrimp stir fry! I can practically taste all those delicious flavors just by looking at your drool-worthy photos!

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    • vikalinka says

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      When it comes to Chinese takeout I don’t remember a time I wasn’t disappointed. So for me homemade is always better! πŸ™‚

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  6. NatT says

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    5 stars
    Julia, as always this shrimp stir fry is so impressive. My son would of loved this dish and this is a good way for him to eat his veggies. Love it!

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    • vikalinka says

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      I love sneaking veggies in tasty dishes, so kids would learn to love them early on!

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  7. Mary says

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    This looks and sounds so yummy! Could you please tell me what “Five spice powder” is?

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    • vikalinka says

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      Mary, five spice powder is a blend of 5 spices often used in Chinese cuisine. It’s readily available in most supermarkets.

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  8. sue/the view from great island says

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    This is stunning! Indian is our go-to take out these days, and I know exactly what you mean about Chinese food, I love it, but it’s usually botched in local restaurants. This looks spectacular!

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  9. Natasha of Natashaskitchen.com says

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    Julia, your page always makes me so hungry! So pinning this one! πŸ™‚

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    • vikalinka says

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      Thank you for pinning, Natasha! I feel the same about yours. πŸ™‚ Those shrimp tacos…I need to make them asap!

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  10. laurasmess says

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    Yum, this looks wonderful Julia! I always think that I’m not a huge fan of Chinese food either…. but then when I eat something healthy, colourful and flavourful like this I change my mind completely πŸ™‚ I’ll have to give this a go. Oh, and I adore Indian food… I’d be in heaven if I lived in your area! x

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    • vikalinka says

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      I can’t complain about all the Indian restaurants around. Dream come true. πŸ™‚

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