Szechuan Shrimp Stir Fry

Ingredients

• Shrimp (1 pound, peeled and deveined)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Szechuan sauce (3 tablespoons)
• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, minced)
• Onion (1 medium, sliced)
• Bell peppers (1 cup, sliced (any color))
• Broccoli florets (2 cups)
• Red chili flakes (1 teaspoon (adjust to taste))
• Salt (to taste)
• Green onions (2, chopped (for garnish))
• Cooked rice (for serving)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with soy sauce and Szechuan sauce. Let it marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan, stir frying for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Incorporate the marinated shrimp into the skillet, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and opaque, indicating they are cooked through.
5. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender but still vibrant in color.
6. Sprinkle red chili flakes and salt over the mixture, adjusting the heat according to your preference. Stir fry for another minute to combine all flavors.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
8. Serve the Szechuan shrimp stir fry hot over a bed of fluffy cooked rice.
9. Enjoy the explosion of flavors!