Description
A delightful blend of flavors featuring tender shrimp and fragrant basil, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves
- 2 bell peppers (1 red and 1 yellow), sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by washing and chopping all vegetables and ensuring the shrimp is cleaned.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, add soy sauce and chili paste, and stir well to coat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in the Thai basil leaves.
- Transfer the stir-fry to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- For a milder flavor, reduce the chili paste.
- Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Spicy Basil Shrimp, Stir-Fry, Thai Cuisine, Quick Dinner, Shrimp Recipe