garlicky shrimp and spinach stir-fry

Recipe by
Carolyn Haas
Whitewater, WI

I adapted a recipe from my health insurance company's magazine and added extra veggies. Also, if you have access to lemon-infused olive oil, try it!

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stir-Fry

Ingredients For garlicky shrimp and spinach stir-fry

  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 3 clove
    garlic, sliced
  • 1/2 lb
    shrimp, peeled and de-veined
  • 1/2 c
    red or orange pepper, diced
  • 1/2 c
    onion, diced
  • 1 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp
    red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 5 oz
    spinach, rinsed
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 1 tsp
    lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp
    parsley, minced
  • salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make garlicky shrimp and spinach stir-fry

  • 1
    Heat oil in large skillet or wok. Add garlic and cook until starting to brown, remove with slotted spoon and set aside. Add onion and red pepper to wok and cook until slightly softened.
  • 2
    Add shrimp, paprika and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for a few minutes, until shrimp have turned pink.
  • 3
    Stir in spinach by handfuls as it wilts. Add garlic back to pan, stir in lemon juice, season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with lemon zest and parsley before serving.

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