Honey-Ginger Shrimp and Vegetables

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I created this recipe for those who have a sweet tooth but also enjoy a bit of spice in their life! Substitute chicken for shrimp if desired.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ onion, chopped

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger

  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • ½ zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced

  • 3 cups fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • ½ cup honey

  • 1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke. Stir in garlic, onion, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Quickly cook until the onion softens and just begins to brown. Stir in bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms; continue cooking until the zucchini softens, about 4 minutes.

  2. Stir cornstarch into honey until smooth, then add to vegetables, and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

369 Calories
9g Fat
48g Carbs
26g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 369
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 173mg 58%
Sodium 178mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 39g
Protein 26g 52%
Vitamin C 48mg 53%
Calcium 81mg 6%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 590mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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