Sichuan Peppercorn Shrimp

Sichuan Peppercorn Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp with the unique, citrusy heat of Sichuan peppercorns. This healthy dinner option is quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Sichuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Red bell pepper (sliced) - 1 medium
• Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the Sichuan peppercorns for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then grind them coarsely using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
2. In a large bowl, marinate the shrimp with soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper for about 10 minutes.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
4. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. Add the sliced red bell pepper and half of the chopped green onions to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pepper is slightly tender.
6. Sprinkle the toasted and ground Sichuan peppercorns over the shrimp and vegetables, mixing well to combine.
7. Remove from heat, garnish with the remaining green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 9 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Shrimp is a high-quality source of protein and low in calories.
• Sichuan peppercorns may aid digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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