Mantis Shrimp with Garlic

Mantis Shrimp with Garlic is a vibrant and flavorful seafood dish that showcases the sweet, succulent meat of the mantis shrimp, enhanced by aromatic garlic and a hint of spice. This healthy dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a delightful and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• Mantis shrimp - 300 grams, cleaned and deveined
• Garlic - 5 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Red chili pepper - 1, sliced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Stir in the sliced red chili pepper and cook for an additional minute.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cleaned mantis shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.
5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well to coat the shrimp evenly.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir in the chopped spring onions.
7. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which promote heart health.

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