Coral & Jade Stir-Fry

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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A vibrant stir-fry featuring succulent shrimp, crisp snow peas, and sweet peaches in a savory soy-ginger glaze.
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This Coral & Jade Stir-Fry is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that comes together in minutes. The dish gets its name from the coral-colored shrimp and the jade-green snow peas, creating a visually stunning meal. Succulent medium shrimp are marinated briefly in soy sauce and cornstarch for a tender texture, then quickly stir-fried to retain their freshness. Fresh snow peas and chunked onions provide a satisfying crunch, while canned peach slices add a unique, unexpected sweetness that balances the salty soy and sharp ginger notes. The sauce thickens beautifully around the ingredients, coating every bite. It’s an elegant yet easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests but simple enough for busy nights. Serve over steamed rice for a complete, comforting meal.

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Coral & Jade Stir-Fry

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 48.2

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This Coral & Jade Stir-Fry is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that comes together in minutes. The dish gets its name from the coral-colored shrimp and the jade-green snow peas, creating a visually stunning meal. Succulent medium shrimp are marinated briefly in soy sauce and cornstarch for a tender texture, then quickly stir-fried to retain their freshness. Fresh snow peas and chunked onions provide a satisfying crunch, while canned peach slices add a unique, unexpected sweetness that balances the salty soy and sharp ginger notes. The sauce thickens beautifully around the ingredients, coating every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests but simple enough for busy nights. Serve over steamed rice for a complete, comforting meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the shrimp and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and the shrimp; toss to coat and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. While the shrimp marinate, drain the canned peach slices, reserving 1/4 cup of the juice.
  4. Cut the peach slices crosswise in half and set aside.
  5. Add enough water to the reserved peach juice to make 1 cup total.
  6. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and vinegar until smooth; set aside.
  7. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  8. Add the marinated shrimp and stir-fry for about 1 minute until just pink; remove from pan and set aside.
  9. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same pan over high heat.
  10. Add the snow peas, chunked onion, and slivered ginger; stir-fry for 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  11. Return the shrimp to the pan and pour in the prepared soy sauce mixture.
  12. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce boils and thickens.
  13. Stir in the halved peach slices and heat through for 1 minute.
  14. Serve immediately over steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 48.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 86.3mg29%
Sodium 177.6mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 11.3g23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: shrimp, stir fry, peaches, snow peas, soy sauce, ginger, quick dinner, seafood, asian fusion, easy recipe, weeknight meal, vegetables, coral jade, healthy, low carb, gluten free option
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