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Chinese-inspired · Dinner

Ginger scallion shrimp and rice

Ginger scallion shrimp and rice brings together juicy shrimp, ginger-scallion sauce, bok choy, carrots, and rice in a colorful, weeknight-ready dinner.

About 35 minTotal
About 35 minActive
$$$Cost
EasyDifficulty
Makes 4 servings
Bowl of ginger-scallion shrimp and brown rice: glossy sautéed shrimp on a bed of brown rice with baby bok choy, diagonal carrot slices, thinly sliced scallions and grated ginger, served in a shallow bowl on a wooden surface.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients

1× recipe · Makes 4 servings

  • 1 1/4 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
  • 1 1/2 cups brown rice
  • 4 baby bok choy, chopped
  • 3 carrots, cut on the bias
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 4 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook 1 1/2 cups brown rice according to package directions. Keep warm, fluffing or separating it before serving. Combine 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 4 scallions, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce into a smooth sauce.

  2. Pat 1 1/4 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp dry, then season with half of 1 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook the main ingredient until it reaches 145°F and is just opaque; transfer to a plate.

  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 4 baby bok choy, chopped and 3 carrots, cut on the bias. Cook until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Return the main ingredient, add the sauce, and simmer 1 to 2 minutes until glossy.

  4. Season with the remaining salt and pepper. Divide the prepared base among four plates, add Ginger scallion shrimp and rice. Finish with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil.

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