Ginger-Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry with Bok Choy, Peppers & Lime Glaze
This fast, vibrant shrimp stir-fry delivers everything you want from a spring weeknight dinner: tender shrimp, crisp bok choy, sweet peppers, and a savory ginger-garlic glaze with just the right sheen. Bright, colorful, and restaurant-style, it feels fresh and lively without asking much of your evening.
Ingredients
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Service Counter Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp Raw 31/40 (sustainably sourced)1 lb $7.99
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Bok Choy1 lb $2.49
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Fresh Yellow Bell Pepper1 ct $2.00
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Fresh Large Green Bell Pepper1 ct $1.50
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Ginger Root1-inch piece $4.99
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Garlic2 cloves $1.50
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Green Onions4 $1.50
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neutral oil2 tbsp
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soy sauce2 tbsp
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fish sauce1 tsp optional
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brown sugar or honey1 tsp
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cornstarch1 1/2 tsp
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lime1
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jasmine rice1 cup cooked dry measure
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red pepper flakesto taste
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black pepperto taste
Instructions
- Cook 1 cup jasmine rice according to package directions and keep warm.
- While the rice cooks, pat the 1 pound shrimp dry. Trim the base from 1 pound bok choy, then separate the stems from the leafy tops and slice both into bite-size pieces. Thinly slice 1 yellow bell pepper and 1 green bell pepper. Mince the 1-inch piece of ginger and 2 garlic cloves. Thinly slice 4 green onions, separating the white and green parts. Cut 1 lime into wedges.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon fish sauce if using, 1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey, 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch, and 3 tablespoons water until smooth.
- Season the shrimp lightly with black pepper and a small pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes per side until just pink and nearly cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon neutral oil to the skillet. Add the green onion whites, minced ginger, and garlic. Stir for about 20 to 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced peppers and bok choy stems. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until crisp-tender. Add the bok choy leaves and cook 1 minute more until just wilted.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet. Stir the sauce again, then pour it in. Toss everything for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that coats the shrimp and vegetables. Squeeze in a lime wedge off the heat and toss once more.
- Serve over the warm rice and finish with the green onion tops and extra lime wedges on the side.
Cook time: 30 minutes
Estimated cost: $18-22
Health notes: Approx. 560 calories per serving. About 36g protein, 15g fat, 66g carbs, 5g fiber. High in protein with plenty of vegetables and a moderate amount of rice for balance.
Drink pairing: Riesling is a terrific match for the sweet-savory glaze and fresh aromatics, while Gewurztraminer complements the ginger and pepper with floral spice.