Cantonese Shrimp, Bok Choy & Sweet Corn Stir-Fry
A fast Cantonese-style shrimp stir-fry with crisp bok choy and sweet July corn for a bright, weeknight-friendly dinner over rice.
Ingredients
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Kroger® Extra Large Raw Shrimp Peeled and Deveined Tall Off12 oz $6.00
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Bok Choy8 oz, chopped with stems and leaves separated $2.99
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Fresh Sweet Corn on the Cob2 ears, kernels cut from cobs $0.75
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Simple Truth Organic® Jasmine Rice2/3 cup dry $4.99
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Green Onions2, sliced; whites and greens separated $1.19
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Spice World™ Fresh Peeled Ginger Bag1 tablespoon minced $3.99
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Garlic2 cloves, minced $0.79
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Low-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons
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Rice vinegar1 tablespoon
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Cornstarch2 teaspoons
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Neutral cooking oil1 tablespoon, divided
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Toasted sesame oil1 teaspoon
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Sugar1/2 teaspoon
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White or black pepperto taste
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice, then cook it with 1 cup water and a pinch of salt; bring to a simmer, cover, cook 15 minutes, then let stand off heat 5 minutes while you stir-fry.
- Pat the shrimp very dry. Chop the bok choy, keeping crunchy stems separate from leafy tops; cut kernels from the corn, slice green onions, and mince the ginger and garlic.
- In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, sugar, sesame oil, 3 tablespoons water, and a pinch of pepper until smooth.
- Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat until very hot. Add 1/2 tablespoon neutral oil, then stir-fry the shrimp in a single layer for 1 to 2 minutes per side, just until pink and nearly cooked through; transfer to a plate.
- Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil to the pan. Stir-fry bok choy stems and corn for 3 minutes, then add garlic, ginger, and green onion whites and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bok choy leaves and return the shrimp to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss 1 to 2 minutes, until the sauce turns glossy, the greens wilt, and the shrimp reach 145°F.
- Fluff the rice and divide between two bowls. Spoon the shrimp, bok choy, and corn over the rice, then finish with sliced green onion greens and serve hot.
Total time: 35 minutes
Estimated cost: About $10–$14 using listed ingredients, plus pantry staples
Health notes: Serves 2; about 520 calories per serving with lean protein, moderate carbs, and plenty of vegetables.
Drink pairing: Serve with hot jasmine tea, sparkling water with lemon, or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc to match the ginger-garlic sauce.