Ginger-Garlic Shrimp

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Ginger-Garlic Shrimp
15 min.
4
244kcal

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If you’re looking for a quick and tantalizing dish that bursts with flavor, look no further than our Ginger-Garlic Shrimp! In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a delightful meal that’s not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also a perfect option for lunch or dinner. This recipe showcases the aromatic pairing of ginger and garlic, creating a savory backdrop for succulent shrimp that will leave your taste buds dancing.

The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, including zesty green onions and fragrant Chinese rice cooking wine, you can elevate everyday shrimp into a gourmet experience. Imagine the sizzling sounds and enticing aromas wafting through your kitchen as you cook; it’s a sensory delight!

Whether you’re impressing guests or enjoying a weeknight meal with family, this Ginger-Garlic Shrimp is sure to please everyone at the table. Rich in protein while being low in carbohydrates, it offers a satisfying yet healthy option for those mindful of their dietary choices. So, grab your frying pan and let's get cooking! You’ll have a deliciously elegant dish ready in no time.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons garlic minced
  •  quarter-size ginger peeled
  •  green onions ends trimmed finely sliced (including green parts)
  • tablespoons rice cooking wine such as shaohsing chinese
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 1.5 pounds shrimp deveined peeled per lb., tails on)
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • colander

Directions

  1. In a bowl, sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons salt over shrimp and mix gently with your hands, about 1 minute.
  2. Pour shrimp into a colander and rinse well with cool water.
  3. Pour oil into a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Add ginger and garlic and stir until they sizzle, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add shrimp and rice wine; stir constantly until shrimp are almost all pink on the outside, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add green onions and stir just until shrimp are opaque in the center (cut to test), about 1 minute longer.

Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein59.87%
Fat30.03%
Carbs10.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.25
Glycemic Load
1.07
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
9.5813044050465%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:243.75kcal
12.19%
Fat:7.83g
12.04%
Saturated Fat:1.25g
7.79%
Carbohydrates:5.92g
1.97%
Net Carbohydrates:5.2g
1.89%
Sugar:0.58g
0.64%
Cholesterol:273.86mg
91.29%
Sodium:1079.46mg
46.93%
Alcohol:1.81g
100%
Alcohol %:1.03%
100%
Protein:35.1g
70.2%
Phosphorus:383.06mg
38.31%
Copper:0.73mg
36.32%
Vitamin K:37.46µg
35.68%
Magnesium:70.15mg
17.54%
Zinc:2.45mg
16.32%
Potassium:567.33mg
16.21%
Calcium:131.7mg
13.17%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.5%
Iron:1.27mg
7.05%
Vitamin C:4.83mg
5.85%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.21%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.42%
Fiber:0.72g
2.87%
Vitamin A:120.18IU
2.4%
Folate:9.4µg
2.35%
Selenium:1.18µg
1.69%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.47%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.23%
Vitamin B3:0.21mg
1.05%
Source:My Recipes