Stir-Fry Green Beans with Shrimp

In a world that moves at lightning speed, nourishing your loved ones shouldn't mean sacrificing quality for convenience.  This quick and wholesome stir-fry proves that even the busiest schedules can accommodate thoughtful, delicious meals.

Growing up, I watched my mother prepare comforting dishes in minutes, guided by instinct and love rather than measurements. Today, I carry that spirit into the kitchen, blending tradition with everyday practicality.  This recipe —made with freezer-friendly shrimp and green beans, and brightened by homemade garlic paste—is my way of bringing that legacy to modern life.

Tailored for working women and busy households, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that celebrates flavor, family, and a little ingenuity.

So grab your wok, and let’s cook something beautiful together.

 

Ingredients:

1 lb. Green Beans

1 lb. of shrimp (frozen, ready to cook)

2 tbsp garlic paste ( published on July 15) or

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 medium white or red onion, sliced

2 green onions sliced for garnish

Stir-fry sauce ingredients:

1/2 cup water

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp fish sauce

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp black pepper

1 tsp chicken powder

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp cornstarch

 

Directions:

In a bowl, combine the shrimp with half of the garlic paste, a little salt, and pepper to marinate for 30 minutes.

In a wok, heat the oil, then add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.  Remove from the wok.

Add about one tablespoon of oil to the wok and add the onion, cooking it until it is slightly charred.  Add the green beans, tossing them with the onions, then pour in the sauce.  Cook over moderate heat or until the green beans are crisp-tender.  Add shrimp and green onion to the wok. Toss everything together and remove from the heat.