Chili Lime Shrimp Stir Fry

Ingredients

Fresh cilantro

1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Red chili flakes

1 teaspoon (adjust for spice preference)

Honey

1 tablespoon

Soy sauce

3 tablespoons

Fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Red onion

1 medium, sliced

Bell peppers

2, sliced (use a mix of colors: red, yellow, green)

Shrimp

1 pound, peeled and deveined

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and red chili flakes to create a zesty marinade. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Add the shrimp in a single layer to the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers, red onion, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender and fragrant.
5. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and pour the prepared chili lime sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring everything is well-coated with the sauce and heated through.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro before serving.
8. Serve the Chili Lime Shrimp Stir Fry over steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a delightful meal.