Quick Spicy Shrimp

Updated Oct. 10, 2023

Total Time
25 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Rating
4(10)
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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 2pounds shrimp
  • 6teaspoons coarse salt
  • 2tablespoons peanut oil
  • 1clove garlic, minced (green part removed)
  • 2tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
  • 2scallions, chopped, including green part
  • 1teaspoon hot pepper flakes
  • ½cup dry white wine
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

283 calories; 8 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 3 grams monounsaturated fat; 3 grams polyunsaturated fat; 2 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 1 gram sugars; 46 grams protein; 638 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel and devein shrimp, sprinkle with salt. Rinse, drain and repeat two more times. Blot dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet. Stir-fry the garlic, ginger and scallions for 1 to 2 minutes, then add the shrimp. Stir-fry until it turns pink. Add the hot pepper flakes and the wine and cook, stirring, for a minute or two more. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. Serve immediately.

Tip
  • This is good with rice and a green vegetable.

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