Ginger-Lime Shrimp Stir-Fry with Cabbage and Bok Choy
Fast, colorful, and full of bold flavor, this stove-top shrimp stir-fry brings together tender shrimp, crunchy cabbage, carrots, bok choy, and peppers in a gingery lime finish. It’s a smart March pick that uses sturdy seasonal vegetables and keeps dinner firmly under the hour.
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- Wild 51/60 Key West Shrimp, 12 OZ 1 package $9.99
- Organic Green Cabbage 3 cups thinly sliced $1.10
- Organic Loose Carrots 2 medium, julienned $1.49
- Organic Bok Choy 2 small heads, chopped $2.99
- Green Bell Pepper 1, thinly sliced $1.99
- Organic Green Onion 3, sliced $1.89
- Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves, minced $2.89
- Organic Ginger Puree 1 tablespoon $3.99
- Lime 1 $0.69
- Cilantro Bunch 2 tablespoons chopped $0.99
- Pantry: oil, soy sauce, honey or sugar, red pepper flakes as needed
Instructions
- Prep 1 package Wild 51/60 Key West Shrimp, 12 OZ ($9.99) by thawing if needed and patting dry. Prep 3 cups thinly sliced Organic Green Cabbage ($1.10), 2 medium Organic Loose Carrots ($1.49) julienned, 2 small heads Organic Bok Choy ($2.99) chopped, 1 Green Bell Pepper ($1.99) thinly sliced, and 3 Organic Green Onion ($1.89) sliced.
- In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Organic Ginger Puree ($3.99), 2 minced cloves Organic Garlic, 3 CT ($2.89), juice of 1 Lime ($0.69), 1 teaspoon honey or sugar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the 12-ounce shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until just pink. Transfer to a plate so they do not overcook.
- Add another drizzle of oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the sliced cabbage, julienned carrots, chopped bok choy, sliced bell pepper, and half the sliced green onions for 4 to 6 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Pour in the ginger-lime sauce and toss for 1 to 2 minutes until the shrimp are glazed and the vegetables are coated.
- Finish with the remaining green onions and 2 tablespoons chopped Cilantro Bunch ($0.99). Serve as is or over cooked rice if you have it in the pantry.
- If you want wine, pour a Riesling or Sauvignon Blanc; either one will complement the ginger, lime, and natural sweetness of the shrimp.
Cook time: 30 minutes
Estimated cost: $13-17
Health notes: About 500-600 calories per serving. Lean protein from shrimp, plenty of fiber-rich vegetables, and lighter overall than takeout. Serve over a modest portion of rice or enjoy on its own for a lower-carb meal.
Drink pairing: Riesling is a natural fit for the sweet-savory shrimp and limey sauce, while Sauvignon Blanc gives a sharper citrus-herbal contrast. Both handle ginger, cabbage, and pepper beautifully.