Curried Shrimp & Veggie Whole Wheat Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • Fresh produce:

    • 1 lime
    • 2 (1-inch) pieces ginger root
    • 3 medium carrots (increased for more veggies)
    • 2 red bell peppers
    • 3 medium zucchini squash (increased for more veggies)
    • 1 small bunch cilantro
  • For the stir-fry:

    • 10 oz whole wheat spaghetti
    • 1 lb shrimp (fresh or frozen)
    • 2 tsp virgin coconut oil (reduced amount for shrimp)
    • 1 tbsp virgin coconut oil (reduced amount for veggies)
    • ¼ tsp salt (reduced amount)
    • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • For the sauce:

    • ½ cup water
    • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
    • 1 tsp honey
    • 2 tbsp curry powder
    • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions:

1. Boil water:

  • Fill a large pot halfway with hot water from the tap, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.

2. Prepare the fresh produce:

  • Wash and dry the lime, ginger root, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and cilantro.
  • Peel and mince the ginger.
  • Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds.
  • Dice the bell peppers.
  • Dice the zucchini.
  • Shave the cilantro leaves off the stems; discard stems and set aside the leaves for later.

3. Cook the pasta:

  • Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from heat and add 10 oz of whole wheat spaghetti.
  • Cook according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Set aside.

4. Prepare the shrimp:

  • If using frozen shrimp, place them in a colander and thaw slightly by running them under cold water.
  • For fresh shrimp, pat them dry.

5. Make the sauce:

  • Juice the lime into a small bowl.
  • Add ½ cup water, 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari, 1 tsp honey, 2 tbsp curry powder, ¼ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper.
  • Whisk to combine.

6. Cook the shrimp:

  • Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Once hot, add 2 tsp virgin coconut oil.
  • Add the shrimp and cook until opaque, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  • Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.

7. Stir-fry the vegetables:

  • Return the skillet to medium-high heat.
  • Add 1 tbsp virgin coconut oil.
  • Add the sliced carrots, diced bell peppers, diced zucchini, and a pinch of salt.
  • Stir-fry until the veggies are softened, about 3-4 minutes.

8. Combine the ingredients:

  • Add the drained spaghetti and prepared sauce to the skillet with the veggies.
  • Cook until well combined and warmed through, stirring frequently.

9. Finish and serve:

  • Mix in the cilantro leaves and cooked shrimp.
  • Toss everything together and remove from heat.
  • Serve and enjoy your Curried Shrimp & Veggie Whole Wheat Stir-Fry!

Enjoy these curry shrimp and stir-fried vegetables with whole wheat flour.

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