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Ginger Garlic Sesame Shrimp Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 2 to 3 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Ginger Garlic Sesame Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty crunch, while green onions bring a fresh bite. Perfect for a speedy and healthy dinner, it pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (use gluten-free soy sauce for gluten-free version)
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger

Shrimp & Garnish

  • 1 pound (16-20 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil or canola oil
  • 3 green onions, including onion greens, sliced on the diagonal
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Marinate the shrimp: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, seasoned rice vinegar, and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves. Stir in olive oil, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add the shrimp, toss to coat thoroughly, and refrigerate until ready to cook.
  2. Toast the sesame seeds: In a small sauté pan over medium-high heat, toast the sesame seeds until they become lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat to prevent burning.
  3. Stir-fry the shrimp and green onions: Heat peanut or canola oil in a large non-stick sauté pan or wok over high heat until shimmering and almost smoking. Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp from the marinade to the pan carefully to avoid splatter. Stir-fry shrimp for about one minute.
  4. Add green onions: Add half of the sliced green onions to the pan and continue to stir-fry, turning the shrimp as needed until they turn pink and are just cooked through, about one additional minute. Total cooking time should not exceed two minutes to keep shrimp tender.
  5. Remove shrimp and reduce marinade: Transfer cooked shrimp to a serving bowl. Pour the remaining marinade into the hot pan and simmer until it reduces to a syrupy consistency, intensifying the flavors.
  6. Combine and serve: Pour the reduced sauce over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and the remaining green onions. Serve immediately with your choice of rice, soba or rice noodles, or steamed vegetables such as bok choy, spinach, broccoli, or asparagus.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • Be cautious when adding shrimp to hot oil as it may splatter.
  • Do not overcook shrimp to maintain their tenderness and juiciness.
  • Toasted sesame seeds add rich flavor—toast them just until lightly browned.
  • This dish pairs well with a variety of sides like rice, noodles, or steamed greens.

Find it online: https://tastyrates.com/ginger-garlic-sesame-shrimp-recipe/