Easy Shrimp Teriyaki Rice Bowl

• teriyaki sauce↗1⁄2 cup

  like Kikkoman

• sugar↗2 tablespoons
• water↗
• medium shrimp, peeled and deveined↗1 lb
• cornstarch↗2 teaspoons
• vegetable oil↗2 tablespoons
• hot cooked rice

  about 4 cups (white or brown)

• steamed vegetables

  broccoli, carrots, snowpeas, etc.

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Combine teriyaki sauce and sugar in measuring cup, stirring until sugar dissolves.

2. 2

   Remove 3 tablespoons of mixture and pour over shrimp in large plastic food storage bag. Press air out of bag; close top securely. Turn bag over several times to coat pieces well. Marinate 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, add enough water to remaining teriyaki sauce mixture to measure 2/3 cup; blend in cornstarch.

4. 4

   Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat; add shrimp and sauté about 2-3 minutes. Add teriyaki sauce mixture. Cook, stirring, about 1 minute, or until sauce boils and thickens slightly.

5. 5

   Spoon shrimp and sauce over rice in large individual serving bowls. Serve vegetables on top of rice.