Ingredients for Spicy Shrimp Okra
- Olive Oil
- 1 pound okra, trimmed and sliced
- Garlic Cloves
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 2-3 serrano peppers, finely minced (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Basil Leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Fresh Shrimp
- Salt
- Brown Sugar
- Limes, Juice Of
- Cooked Brown Rice
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How to Make Spicy Shrimp Okra
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced okra and fry until slightly crisp and browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add the minced garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the minced serrano peppers, turmeric, and cumin. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through.
- Stir in the chopped basil and optional soy sauce/fish sauce. Cook for another minute.
- Add the fried okra back to the wok. Gently stir to combine everything for another 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, over rice if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
39 g
Sugar
14g
Fat
9g
Carbs
15g
