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Spinach and Shrimp Stir-Fry
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- 4 cups of fresh spinach
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, marinate the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced red bell pepper and stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together.
- Season with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir-fry for another minute to combine all the flavors.
- Serve the spinach and shrimp stir-fry over cooked rice and enjoy!
Spinach and Shrimp Stir-Fry is a delightful dish that combines the freshness of spinach with the succulent flavors of shrimp, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. This dish has its roots in Asian cuisine, particularly in Chinese and Thai culinary traditions, where stir-frying is a popular cooking method. The dish gained popularity in Western countries due to its healthy and flavorful nature. Chefs like Ming Tsai and Martin Yan have popularized this dish through their cooking shows and restaurants. The key to a perfect Spinach and Shrimp Stir-Fry lies in the freshness of the ingredients and the precise balance of flavors, with the shrimp being perfectly cooked and the spinach retaining its vibrant green color. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in renowned Asian restaurants in cities like New York, San Francisco, and Bangkok. It's important to get the stir-frying technique right to ensure that the shrimp and spinach are cooked to perfection without losing their distinct textures. For a twist, some chefs also add a dash of soy sauce or oyster sauce to enhance the umami flavors of the dish.
25 min
4
280 calories
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