Discover the delightful flavors of Shrimp With Japanese Sweet Potato And Green Beans. This dish combines the sweetness of Japanese sweet potatoes with tender shrimp and crisp green beans, creating a colorful and nutritious meal that's perfect for any weekday dinner.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 medium-sized Japanese sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup of green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon of ginger, grated
2 tablespoons of soy sauce
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
In a pot, add the cubed Japanese sweet potatoes and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the green beans and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Remove the green beans from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
Return the cooked sweet potatoes and green beans to the skillet with the shrimp. Drizzle the soy sauce over the mixture and gently toss to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the dish to a serving plate. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if using. Enjoy!
