Sichuan Pepper Shrimp

Sichuan Pepper Shrimp is a vibrant and spicy dish that perfectly balances the numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns with succulent shrimp. This low-carb dish is not only flavorful but also a delightful treat for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Sichuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Bell pepper (sliced) - 1 small
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add Sichuan peppercorns and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds.
4. Add the shrimp to the pan, cooking until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Sprinkle in red chili flakes, soy sauce, and sesame oil, stirring to coat the shrimp evenly.
6. Add sliced bell pepper and chopped green onions, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains anti-inflammatory properties from Sichuan peppercorns and ginger.

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