Description
Pumpkin and Shrimp Stir-Fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the sweet, earthy flavors of fresh pumpkin with succulent shrimp, aromatic garlic, and colorful bell peppers. This quick stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests, delivering a delightful burst of flavor in just 30 minutes. Packed with nutrients and easy to prepare, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup diced pumpkin
- 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the pumpkin into cubes and rinsing the shrimp under cold water.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, add sesame oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about one minute.
- Add diced pumpkin, sliced bell peppers, and chopped onion; stir-fry for about five minutes until slightly softened.
- Incorporate the shrimp into the pan and season with soy sauce; cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque (about three minutes).
- Stir everything together, adding red pepper flakes if desired. Serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg