Celebrate Chinese New Year - Stir Fry Shrimp & Bok Choy Recipe

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos offer a lower sodium option.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner, while tofu is a cost-effective protein alternative.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is gluten-free, while flour is often less expensive.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add shrimp; cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.

Add bok choy, red bell pepper, and carrots to the skillet; stir-fry until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Return shrimp to the skillet; mix well with vegetables.

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, water, and cornstarch; stir until smooth.

Pour sauce over shrimp and vegetables; cook until sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Season with black pepper and salt to taste.

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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