Spicy Garlic Shrimp Swiss Chard (Printable View)

Shrimp stir-fried with Swiss chard, garlic, and peppers in a lively sweet-spicy soy sauce. Pairs well with rice or noodles.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main

01 - 16 large shrimp, fresh or thawed if frozen, tails removed
02 - 6 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
05 - 1-2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce, to taste
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
07 - 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
08 - 3 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
09 - 4 large handfuls Swiss chard leaves, stems discarded, cut into 2-inch-wide ribbons
10 - 3/4 red bell pepper, seeds and pith removed, cut into 3-inch-long strips
11 - Ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

12 - Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and chili garlic sauce. Whisk until uniform and adjust chili garlic to desired spice level.
02 - In a small cup, dissolve cornstarch in about 2 teaspoons water, whisking until smooth and free of lumps.
03 - Slowly whisk cornstarch mixture into the soy sauce base until fully integrated. Set sauce aside.
04 - Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly browned. Transfer shrimp to a plate and set aside.
05 - Wipe out the skillet and add remaining vegetable oil over medium heat. Add red bell pepper strips, season with ground black pepper, and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
06 - Add Swiss chard ribbons to the skillet. Re-whisk sauce and pour over vegetables. Stir rapidly for about 30 seconds until chard begins to wilt.
07 - Return shrimp to skillet and toss all ingredients to coat evenly in sauce. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.
08 - Transfer mixture to a serving bowl and garnish with toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles as desired.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For optimal texture, avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking shrimp. Ensure sauce is whisked again before adding to maintain smoothness.

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