Double Play Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Cashews
A quick and colorful stir fry featuring succulent shrimp, crisp bell peppers, and crunchy cashews tossed in a savory soy-ginger sauce. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, unsalted cashews, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup, unsalted cashews
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 2, sliced thinly for garnish green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink but are not fully cooked.
- Step 4: Add 1 large each of thinly sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with 1/2 cup unsalted cashews. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Pour the soy sauce mixture over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Double Play Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Cashews take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Double Play Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Cashews?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep unsalted cashews from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Double Play Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Cashews?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Double Play Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Cashews for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Double Play Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Cashews?
Asian Fusion seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
