Spicy Stir-Fried Shrimp with Vegetables (Crevettes Sautées Pimentées avec Légumes)
Crevettes Sautées Pimentées avec Légumes, or Spicy Stir-Fried Shrimp with Vegetables, is a delicious and vibrant dish from Benin Cuisine. This recipe combines succulent shrimp with a medley of fresh vegetables and bold spices, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced onion, bell peppers, and tomatoes to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the shrimp, garlic, ginger, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Remove from heat and serve the spicy stir-fried shrimp and vegetables hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pan or wok Cutting board Knife Grater Measuring spoons
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the spicy stir-fried shrimp with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or reducing the amount of cayenne pepper according to your preference.
Cost
$15