Sysmon-Inspired Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers
A vibrant shrimp stir fry featuring a spicy garlic sauce and crisp bell peppers, channeling the energy of Windows 11’s Sysmon tool innovation. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, medium red bell pepper, sliced, medium yellow bell pepper, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok, stir fry for 2-3 minutes until the edges become pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Toss in 1 medium each of sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers. Stir fry for an additional 3 minutes until the peppers are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, and 1 tsp honey. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stir well to coat and cook for 1 more minute until the sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds over the stir fry before serving hot.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sysmon-Inspired Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Sysmon-Inspired Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 garlic cloves, minced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sysmon-Inspired Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 Sysmon-Inspired Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Sysmon-Inspired Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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.
