Embark on a culinary journey that brings the excitement of Asian-inspired cuisine right to your dinner table. This Shrimp Sauté with Peppers is a perfect harmony of colors, textures, and flavors that will transform your ordinary weeknight meal into an extraordinary dining experience. With its quick cooking time and bold taste profile, this dish proves that gourmet-quality meals can be both simple to prepare and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
- Shrimp: 400g, peeled
- Bell Peppers:
- 1 red, cut into thin strips
- 1 yellow, cut into thin strips
- Onion: 1 medium, sliced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, finely chopped
- Ginger: 2 cm piece, freshly grated
- Cooking Oil: 3 tablespoons (sunflower or peanut)
- Sauces:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 pinch chili flakes (optional)
- Garnish: Fresh cilantro or green onions
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
1. Ingredient Preparation
- Peel shrimp if needed
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels
- Cut bell peppers into thin strips
- Slice onion
- Mince garlic
- Grate fresh ginger
2. Vegetable Stir-Fry
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger
- Stir-fry 1-2 minutes until fragrant
- Add pepper strips
- Stir-fry 3-4 minutes, keeping peppers slightly crisp
3. Shrimp Cooking
- Push vegetables to one side of the wok
- Add remaining tablespoon of oil
- Add shrimp
- Stir-fry 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque
4. Flavor Infusion
- Combine shrimp and vegetables in the wok
- Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar
- Add chili flakes for heat (optional)
- Mix thoroughly
- Cook 1-2 minutes to blend flavors
5. Final Touches
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper
- Remove from heat
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions
Nutritional Information & Serving Details
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 25 minutes
Nutritional Highlights (per serving):
- High in protein
- Low in calories
- Rich in vitamins A and C from peppers
- Good source of selenium from shrimp
- Approximate calories: 250-300
Why This Recipe is a Healthy Choice
This Shrimp Sauté with Peppers is a nutritional powerhouse disguised as a delectable meal. Shrimp provides lean protein with minimal calories, while the colorful bell peppers deliver a substantial dose of vitamins and antioxidants. The use of minimal oil and a quick cooking method helps retain the nutrients and keeps the dish light and healthy.
The combination of ginger, garlic, and varied spices not only creates a complex flavor profile but also offers potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties and immune system support. This dish proves that eating healthy doesn’t mean compromising on taste—it’s a perfect balance of nutrition and flavor.
Pro Tip: For a lower-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice or enjoy as is for a protein-packed, veggie-rich meal.