Quick Spicy Shrimp

Updated October 9, 2023

Total Time
25 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Rating
4(12)
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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 2 pounds shrimp

  • 6 teaspoons coarse salt

  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil

  • 1 clove garlic, minced (green part removed)

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger

  • 2 scallions, chopped, including green part

  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes

  • ½ cup dry white wine

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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

2 grams carbs; 365 milligrams cholesterol; 283 calories; 3 grams monosaturated fat; 3 grams polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 8 grams fat; 638 milligrams sodium; 46 grams protein; 1 gram sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel and devein shrimp, sprinkle with salt. Rinse, drain and repeat two more times. Blot dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet. Stir-fry the garlic, ginger and scallions for 1 to 2 minutes, then add the shrimp. Stir-fry until it turns pink. Add the hot pepper flakes and the wine and cook, stirring, for a minute or two more. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. Serve immediately.

Tip
  • This is good with rice and a green vegetable.

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