Green Bean and Shrimp Stir Fry can be made in minutes, yet it is flavoured. This easy-to-make stir fry can be done in minutes and is great with steamed rice. It’s perfect for Asian-inspired lunches or dinners at home.
Stir-fry with green beans and shrimp
Do you need more time to prepare an elaborate meal? This green bean and shrimp stir fry will add significance to your dinner menu!
You can make it in 20 minutes and use simple pantry staples you already have. It can be made in one pan, so you don’t have to make multiple dishes.
This recipe is quick and straightforward, but you will be surprised at its rich flavour. Combining plump shrimp, tender green beans, plump tomatoes, and sweet, salty sauce over hot steamed rice will make this dish a hit!
Components
There are three components.
- Protein– For best results, shell-on medium-sized shrimp should be used, and you can peel them yourself. While already peeled shrimp can be helpful, they are more challenging to cook.
- Vegetables– green beans. Also known locally as Bagiuo beans or string beans. Roma tomatoes are a better choice for a sweeter and juicier taste.
- Sauce – A simple mix of soy sauce and brown sugar!
Tips for Cooking
- Use a large wok or a high-sided pan to ensure that the ingredients are evenly browned.
- This recipe can be made in a few minutes, so ensure you have all the ingredients.
- Heat 1/4 cup of water on medium-high heat to make green beans tenderer. Cover and steam the beans until tender.
- Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of dried red pepper flakes to heat the sauce.
How to serve and stock?
- This string bean and shrimp stir-fry can be served as a main course with steamed rice, noodles, or other dishes to make a delicious home-cooked take-out meal.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to three days in a tightly-fitting container.
- Heat in the microwave for 2 to 3 minutes or in a large skillet on medium heat until it is heated through.
Stir-fry with green beans and shrimp Recipe
Green Bean and Shrimp Stir Fry is an easy and quick vegetable dish with crisp green beans, and shrimp flavoured with sweet and savoury sauces. Serve with steamed rice.
Quick Overview of Recipe
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Course: Main Entree
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons of canola oil
- Medium shrimp, 1/2 pound, peeled and deveined
- 1 onion, peeled then sliced thinly
- 2 cloves of garlic, peeled.
- 2 large Roma tomatoes chopped
- 1 lb green beans, ends trimmed and halved
- To taste pepper
Cooking steps & Instructions
- Combine soy sauce and sugar, and mix well. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan or wok on high heat. Stir in the shrimp and cook for approximately 1 to 2 minutes or until it turns pink. Keep warm.
- Add the remaining oil to the pan. Stir in the green beans. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until almost done.
- Stir in the garlic and onions. Cook for approximately 1 to 2 minutes or until softened.
- Mix in tomatoes. Cook, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes soften and begin to release their juices.
- Mix soy sauce, sugar and shrimp. Season with pepper.
- Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes or until the shrimp and green beans are tender.
- Serve immediately
Important Note
Heat 1/4 cup of water on medium-high heat to make green beans tenderer. Cover and steam the beans until tender.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 169kcal
- Carbohydrates 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 8g
- Polyunsaturated fat: 2g
- Monounsaturated fat: 5g
- Trans fat: 0.03g
- Cholesterol: 71 mg
- Cholesterol is 71mg
- Potassium 455mg
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 7g
- Vitamin A: 1143IU
- Vitamin C: 21mg
- Calcium: 88mg
- Iron: 2mg
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