Gluten-Free Szechuan Shrimp

Gluten-Free Szechuan Shrimp is a fiery and flavorful dish that brings the bold spices of Szechuan cuisine to your table. Perfectly sautéed shrimp are enveloped in a spicy, tangy sauce, making it a delightful midnight snack or a quick dinner option.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Red bell pepper (sliced) - 1/2 medium
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, chili paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch to create the sauce.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Szechuan peppercorns and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for 1 minute.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Add the sliced red bell pepper and chopped green onions to the skillet, stir-frying for another 2 minutes.
6. Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring well to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Season with salt to taste. Serve hot over steamed rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Szechuan peppercorns may aid digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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