Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Shrimp Stir-Fry (Phase 1)

Shrimp Stir-Fry (Phase 1)

Details:
Fresh ginger and garlic, plus a vibrant mixture of vegetables and tender shrimp (packed with heart-healthy omega-3s), give this stir-fry big flavor and color.
Serves: 4 (2-cup)

Ingredients:
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds medium peeled and deveined fresh or thawed frozen shrimp
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
8 ounces white mushrooms, quartered
4 scallions, cut into 1" pieces
1 large bell pepper, any color, cut into thin strips
8 ounces snow peas, strings removed
1/4 teapsoon red pepper flakes

Directions:
Whisk together 2 teaspoons of the oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the soy sauce, and garlic in a large bowl; add shrimp and toss to coat.
Lightly coat a large skillet or wok with cooking spray and heat over high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Heat remaining oil in the same skillet over high heat; add ginger and cook 30 seconds.
Add mushrooms, scallions, bell pepper, snow peas, and red pepper flakes and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Stir in shrimp and remaining soy sauce and toss to combine. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information: 
280 calories
8 g fat (1 g sat)
13 g carbohydate
38 g protein
2 g dietary fiber
600 mg sodium

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