Saeu Bokkeum

Saeu Bokkeum is a delightful Korean seafood dish that features stir-fried shrimp in a savory and spicy sauce. This low-carb version makes it a perfect choice for those looking to enjoy authentic flavors while keeping their meal healthy.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Zucchini (cut into thin strips) - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper (sliced) - 100 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onion (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the zucchini and red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, gochujang, and black pepper.
6. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring well to coat.
7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
8. Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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