Recipe: Shrimp with Serranos (stir-fried)

SHRIMP WITH SERRANOS

1 pound fresh or frozen peeled and deveined medium shrimp
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped shallots
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 1/2 teaspoons minced)
1/4 cup chopped red sweet (bell) pepper
2 to 3 fresh Serrano or jalapeno chile peppers, seeded and finely chopped*
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.

In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic; stir-fry for 1 minute.

Add peppers. Stir-fry for 1 minute more.

Add shrimp; stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.

Drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle with cilantro.

*Note: Because hot chile peppers contain oils that can burn your skin and eyes, wear rubber or plastic gloves when working with them. If your bare hands do touch the chile peppers, wash your hands well with soap and water.

Makes 4 servings

Nutrition Facts per serving: 195 cal., 9 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 172 mg chol., 171 mg sodium, 5 g carbo., 0 g fiber, 24 g pro.

Source: The Sonoma Diet by Connie Guttersen