Garlic Ginger Shrimp and Celery Stir-Fry with Peanuts
A quick, energizing stir-fry featuring succulent shrimp, crisp celery, and sweet red bell peppers. Tossed with crunchy peanuts over brown rice for a satisfying, balanced meal.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Time Saver: Buy pre-cooked or frozen brown rice and pre-peeled shrimp to make this a true 15-minute meal from fridge to table.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Chop the celery and red bell pepper…
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Chop the celery and red bell pepper…
Chop the celery and red bell pepper into bite-sized 1/2-inch pieces. Mince the fresh ginger and garlic.
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Heat the cooking oil in a large…
Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add the minced ginger and garlic to…
Add the minced ginger and garlic to the skillet, tossing constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Toss in the chopped celery and red…
Toss in the chopped celery and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables soften slightly but retain their crunch.
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Push the vegetables to the edges of…
Push the vegetables to the edges of the pan and add the shrimp to the center. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
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Pour the soy sauce over the mixture…
Pour the soy sauce over the mixture along with a splash of water and a pinch of black pepper. Stir everything together so the sauce evenly coats the shrimp and vegetables.
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Remove from heat
Remove from heat, fold in the roasted peanuts, and serve immediately over warm cooked brown rice.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Time Saver
Time Saver: Buy pre-cooked or frozen brown rice and pre-peeled shrimp to make this a true 15-minute meal from fridge to table.
Amp the Flavor
Amp the Flavor: Drizzle the optional toasted sesame oil or red pepper flakes over the dish right before serving for extra depth.
Storage
Storage: Seafood is best eaten fresh, but leftover stir-fry will keep safely in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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