Mantis Shrimp Stir-Fry

Mantis Shrimp Stir-Fry is a vibrant, high-protein seafood dish that combines tender mantis shrimp with crisp vegetables and a savory sauce. This quick and flavorful stir-fry is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Mantis Shrimp Stir-Fry
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Mantis shrimp - 300 grams, cleaned and deveined
  • Broccoli florets - 100 grams
  • Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
  • Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
  • Water - 50 ml
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish

Steps

  1. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Increase the heat to high and add the mantis shrimp, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot to the pan, stirring frequently for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water until well combined.
  6. Pour the sauce over the stir-fry, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
  7. Drizzle with sesame oil and mix well, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 18 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, supporting overall health.

Tags

ChineseHigh ProteinSeafood Dish