SHRIMP AND BASIL STIR-FRY

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Why buy a whole bunch of basil for just one sprig? Here, two huge handfuls are wilted into charred shrimp for a sweet fragrance that offsets the spicy marinade.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Appetizer     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp     Basil     Stir-Fry     Soy Free     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Pescatarian

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 Fresno chiles, coarsely chopped
6 garlic cloves, smashed
1/4 cup sugar
2 Tbsp. fish sauce
1 tsp. kosher salt
4 Tbsp. vegetable or grapeseed oil, divided
1 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 cups basil leaves (about 1 bunch)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Blend chiles, garlic, sugar, fish sauce, salt, and 3 Tbsp. oil in a blender until smooth. Transfer marinade to a medium bowl; add shrimp and toss to coat. Let sit 10 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Working in batches if needed to avoid crowding the pan, transfer shrimp to skillet, leaving marinade behind, and cook until deeply browned around the edges and flesh is opaque, about 1 minute per side. Remove pan from heat and add basil; toss vigorously until basil is wilted.
  • Transfer shrimp mixture to plates. Serve with rice and lime wedges alongside.

Thando Mhlongo
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This recipe is a waste of time and money.


Sanam Sha
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I would give this recipe a 1 out of 5 stars.


Dastan H
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This was the worst shrimp dish I've ever had.


Ange Grayson
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Badhon Das
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This dish was a little bland for my taste.


Driftcyber Driftcyber
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The shrimp was a little tough, but the rest of the dish was delicious.


milica vukcevic
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This recipe was a little too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes.


Cecy Guzman
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I would have liked more vegetables in this dish.


Stop Motion And Others
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This dish is a little spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Nakalende Babra
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this dish. The basil and garlic flavors were amazing.


Dora love
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out great.


Teddy Bush
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Hamidah Nahan
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This was a great weeknight meal. It was quick and easy to make, and it was a big hit with my family.


YNS FF
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves shrimp and basil.


philisani jali
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This dish was so flavorful and aromatic. The basil really made it.


Gabby Rouse
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The shrimp was a little overcooked for my taste, but the rest of the dish was delicious.


Nadiya Sultana
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I loved how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


kimberly Nduta Bernice
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This shrimp and basil stir-fry was a hit! The flavors were incredible and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.