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Garlic Shrimp & Bok Choy Skillet

Garlic Shrimp & Bok Choy Skillet for a Quick Flavor Boost

Garlic Shrimp & Bok Choy Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pot meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil Substitute with olive oil if desired.
  • 1 medium yellow onion Use a white onion if yellow is not available.
  • 2 cloves garlic Use fresh for maximum aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger Can be substituted with ground ginger (1 tsp).
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp Main protein source.
  • 4 cups chopped bok choy Baby spinach or kale can serve as substitutes.
  • 1 cup sliced carrots Can replace with other root vegetables like sweet potatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce Soy sauce can substitute for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce Tamari is a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 each lime juice Fresh lime is preferred.
  • to taste salt & pepper For seasoning.
  • 2 each green onions Garnish for added freshness.
  • to taste fresh cilantro Optional, but recommended.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 chopped yellow onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add 1 pound of shrimp to the skillet and cook for approximately 5-7 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Stir in 4 cups of chopped bok choy and 1 cup of sliced carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of fish sauce and 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce, then pour over the shrimp and vegetables.
  7. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the skillet and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve the Garlic Shrimp & Bok Choy Skillet hot, garnished with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is both low-calorie and gluten-free, perfect for busy weeknights.

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