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Thai Basil Shrimp Stir-Fry

A stir-fried dish of shrimp, fresh basil, and aromatics cooked quickly in a hot wok or skillet. Finished with fish sauce and lime for a bright, herbaceous finish.

23
min
4
servings
239
kcal
29.7g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Shrimp1.5 lbs
Basil1 cup
Garlic4 cloves
Red onion1 medium
Green onion3 stalks
Sugar1 tsp

Method

1

Peel and devein shrimp if needed. Mince garlic and slice red onion thin. Slice bell pepper into strips. Pack basil and cut green onions into 1-inch pieces.

2

In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar.

3

Heat coconut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.

4

Add garlic and red chili flakes; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

5

Add shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until they begin to turn pink, about 2–3 minutes.

6

Add red onion and bell pepper; stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables soften slightly and shrimp are fully cooked through.

7

Pour the fish sauce mixture over the stir-fry and toss to coat. Remove from heat and fold in fresh basil.

8

Divide into bowls or plates and top with green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories239 kcal
Protein29.7 g
Carbohydrate14.4 g
Fat8.5 g
Fibre4.5 g
Sodium1403.1 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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