Orange and Tequila Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry
Bright orange and tequila glaze coats tender shrimp and crisp vegetables in this quick and flavorful stir fry perfect for weeknight dinners. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, Corralejo tequila, fresh orange juice 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 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp Corralejo tequila
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp for garnish toasted sesame seeds
- 2 cups for serving cooked jasmine rice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Corralejo tequila, 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp minced ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves until well combined.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb large shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same pan, add 1 thinly sliced medium red bell pepper and 1 cup snap peas. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Pour the orange-tequila glaze into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
- Step 6: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and toss to coat everything evenly in the glaze.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup sliced green onions.
- Step 8: Serve immediately over 2 cups cooked jasmine rice and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Orange and Tequila Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Orange and Tequila Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Orange and Tequila Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry?
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 Orange and Tequila Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry 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 Orange and Tequila Glazed Shrimp Stir Fry?
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.
