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Seafood Stir-Fry

A quick and colorful shrimp stir-fry with bell peppers, onions, and eggplant, finished with garlic. Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
220
Protein
25g
Seafood Stir-Fry
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 medium bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the 1 medium cubed eggplant and stir-fry until browned and tender, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  2. 2

    Add 1 tbsp more oil to the skillet. Add the 2 sliced bell peppers and 1 sliced onion; stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add the 1 lb shrimp and the cooked eggplant back to the skillet. Stir-fry until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour in the 2 tbsp soy sauce and toss everything to coat. Cook for 1 minute more, until the sauce is slightly glossy. Serve hot over rice if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons

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