Description
Chili Garlic Shrimp with Rainbow Peppers is a vibrant, quick-to-make dish that fuses bold flavors and colorful veggies for an enticing culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups rainbow peppers, sliced (1 cup each of red, yellow, green)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Ensure shrimp are thawed if frozen and slice rainbow peppers into bite-sized strips.
- 2. Heat Up the Pan: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 3. Sauté the Peppers: Add sliced rainbow peppers to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until tender yet vibrant.
- 4. Add the Shrimp: Toss in shrimp along with minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until shrimp turns pink and opaque, about 4 minutes.
- 5. Flavor It Up: Pour in soy sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another minute to allow flavors to meld.
- 6. Serve It Hot: Transfer to plates or bowls and serve immediately over rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate shrimp in garlic and soy sauce for up to two hours before cooking. Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different variations. Pair with a crisp salad for an extra nutrition boost.