Shrimp lovers, this one’s for you! This shrimp stew with bok choy is bursting with ocean-fresh flavor, enhanced by a rich, savory broth that’s kissed with the warmth of garlic, and aromatic spices.
Finish it off with fresh bok choy to add the perfect touch of crunch and freshness, balancing out the deep umami notes of the dish. It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for guests.
For everyone looking for a comforting meal, there is nothing better than this stew. In fact, the fresh vegetables and addition of the baby bok choy bring crisp flavors and texture, while shrimps bring the flavors that calm your soul.
This stew is loaded with nutrients and has a color palette that is vibrant and colorful. This dish is economical and hearty, and when paired with your favorite rice or starch, there’s no better way to enjoy the colder days or a relaxing weeknight meal.
About This Shrimp Stew with Bok Choy
Shrimp stew with bok choy is a delicious and nutrient-packed dish that combines succulent shrimp with the mild, slightly sweet flavors of bok choy.
This stew is a versatile meal that blends well with different cuisines, especially Haitian rice recipes. It’s a dish that balances protein and greens beautifully due to the fine combination of textures—the tender bite of shrimp and the crispness of bok choy, celery, and bell peppers.
The base of the stew has a garlicky flavorful broth made with tomato sauce, baby Bella mushrooms, and cooking wine. The addition of vegetables enhances the flavor profile and contributes a dose of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and potassium. This dish is quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or impromptu dinners.
Why You’ll Love This Shrimp Stew
This Shrimp stew with bok choy stands out because of its simplicity and the depth of flavor it offers despite requiring minimal ingredients.
Flavor Burst – This stew is layered with garlic, white cooking wine, tomato paste, and fresh herbs to name a few.
Nutritional Benefits – This dish is packed with nutrients. Shrimp is an excellent source of lean protein and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health. It also contains selenium, an important mineral for immunity. On the other hand, bok choy is a powerhouse of vitamins and antioxidants, making this dish as healthy as it is tasty.
Quick and Easy Preparation – With prep and cooking time of around 30 -45 minutes, this stew is ideal for anyone who wants a nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples or easy to find in any grocery store.
Adaptability & Customizable – There is a great deal of versatility in this shrimp stew. I recommend using vegetables that you have on hand or enjoy.
To add some heat to the dish, using scotch bonnet pepper, chili flakes, or Sriracha, for instance, is one way to make it spicier. Miso paste and a touch of heat can be added to the mixture in order to impart a more robust taste.
This will result in the creation of a broth that complements the natural sweetness of shrimp, while the white rice or preferred choice of starch soaks up all the extra flavor.
Pairing Suggestions
Pairing shrimp stew with bok choy is an opportunity to create a complete meal that satisfies every palate.
Steamed Jasmine Rice or Haitian Style White Rice – A bowl of steamed jasmine rice or Haitian white rice is the classic pairing for this shrimp stew. The fluffy rice absorbs the flavorful broth, complementing the savory and slightly sweet notes of the dish.
Noodles – For a more filling option, serve the stew over egg noodles, soba noodles, or rice noodles. The noodles soak up the broth beautifully. This helps turn the dish into a hearty noodle soup.
Serve It with Bread – If you prefer a twist, a slice of crusty bread or a baguette can be an excellent option. You can use the bread to scoop up the broth and enjoy the flavors in every bite. This stew also serves well with this vegan Haitian bread, or with this Armenian Bread.
Pair It with Vegetables – Another option is to enhance the nutritional value by serving the stew with a side of air fryer roasted vegetables, or with stir-fried vegetables such as bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms. The vibrant colors and additional textures add variety to the meal.
Serve It with Salad – A fresh, crisp salad with a tangy vinaigrette can balance the richness of the stew. A cucumber salad amazing pairing for this dish.
Storage & Reheating Tips
If you have leftovers or want to prepare the dish in advance as this dish works well as meal prep, proper storage is essential to maintain its freshness and flavor.
Cool Before Storing – Allow the stew to cool to room temperature before transferring it to storage containers. This prevents condensation, which can affect the texture and flavor.
Use Airtight Containers – Store the stew in airtight containers to lock in the flavors and keep it from absorbing odors from other foods in the refrigerator.
Refrigeration – This stew can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. However, the bok choy may lose some of its crispness over time.
Freezing – This stew freezes well in a freezer-safe container. It will keep for up to 3 months.
Reheating – To reheat the stew, warm it gently on the stovetop over low to medium heat or in the microwave until heated through.
Cooking Tips for the Perfect Stew
- Avoid overcooking shrimp as this will result in a rubbery texture.
- When browning the shrimp, we highly recommend you brown the shrimp over high heat.
- The best way to prepare bok choy for optimal texture is to add it to the stew towards the end as this will help the bok choy keep its crispiness.
- Always label the storage containers with the date the stew is prepared the stew to avoid food waste.
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Shrimp Stew With Bok Choy
Equipment
- Medium size saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 large shrimp; peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ lb. baby bok choy; chopped and divided
- 1 red bell pepper; chopped
- 1 celery stalk; chopped
- 4 garlic cloves; chopped
- 2 tbsp. tomato paste
- 3 cups water
- 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 habanero pepper; optional
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- 2 tbsp. white cooking wine vinegar
- 1 ½ tbsp. paprika; divided
- 1 ½ tbsp. Savory Thoughts Jacmel Seasoning Blend
- 5-6 thyme sprigs
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz. split baby bella mushrooms
- 8 oz. tomato sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Wash and pat dry the shrimp. Lightly season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Then add ½ tbsp. of Savory Thoughts Jacmel Seasoning Blend and ½ tbsp. paprika. Mix well to combine and set aside. Heat the oil over high heat in a medium saucepan, and cook the shrimp until golden on both sides, for about 6-8 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the oil and set it aside on a plate.
- In the same saucepan, add the garlic and cook until fragrant. Then add the mushrooms, followed by half of the chopped bok choy, onions, bell peppers, and chopped celery. Next, add the tomato paste, and 1 tbsp. paprika and 1 ½ tbsp. Savory Thoughts Jacmel Seasoning Blend. Mix well to combine and continue to cook for about 2 minutes. Then add the tomato sauce. reduce the heat to medium-high, then add the water to the bowl that was used to season the shrimp, swirl the water around then transfer the water to the vegetables. Adjust the season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the thyme sprigs and habanero pepper; leaving it whole and only break the pepper to add heat to the stew. Cover the saucepan and allow to simmer for 8 minutes. In a small bowl add 1 tbsp. of cornstarch and ¼ cup water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the saucepan and add the Worcestershire sauce. Then add the shrimp with the liquid from the plate. Reduce the heat to low, add the remaining bok choy, and allow to simmer and cook to the desired crunchiness and texture. Serve warm over a bed of white rice.
amy liu dong says
I love shrimp and bok choy so much!
This is a simple yet delicious dish to make.
Mirlene says
thank, Amy!
Cara says
Bok choy is such an underrated vegetable, I was so excited to find your recipe! Usually we put it in stir fries but I wanted something different. This shrimp stew was really flavorful, we loved it!
Mirlene says
Cara, I am very glad you enjoyed it. Thank you
Michelle says
I had thawed shrimp and bok choy in the fridge and searched for a recipe to use and glad I found this one! Delicious and pretty easy to make! Thank you.
Mirlene says
Thank you very much, Michelle! Hope you’ll enjoy i.
Angela Campos says
This is such a delicious recipe for shrimp stew! It was easy to prepare andthe entire family loved it! Looking forward to making it again!!!😊
Mahy says
Fantastic shrimp stew! I’ve never made it with bok choy, so this makes me really excited!
Janie says
Such a warm and comforting stew. Perfect for this season and a filling one too!
Mirlene says
Thank you, Janie!
Beth says
This is so good! I love the vegetables with the shrimp in that sauce! The bok choy was a super nice touch!