Bok Choy Pasta With Shrimp

bok choy with shrimp, tomatoes, and mushroom in gray bowl.

Learn how to make the best bok choy pasta in under 30 minutes. It is filled with bold flavors and it's perfect for a weeknight meal.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American, Asian

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings Servings

Calories 519kcal

Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

Wok
Stockpot

Ingredients

1 lb. Spaghetti; or choice of pasta
1 lb. Shrimp; peeled and deviened
1 lb. Baby Bok Choy; removed from stalk
1 Cup Heavy Cream
4 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
2 Green Onions; sliced
8 oz Baby Bella Mushrooms; Split
6 Tbsp. Olive Oil; Divided
¾ Cup Water
3 Tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
8 oz Grape Tomatoes
2 Tbsp. Paprika
2 Tbsp. Seasoned Parsley; or fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. Cilantro Flakes
1 Tbsp. Fresh Ginger; Chopped
Salt and Pepper To Taste

Instructions

Prepare the ingredients – start by chopping, slicing, and dicing the vegetables. This is to include the fresh ginger, green onions, the grape tomatoes, garlic cloves, and bok choy. Set them aside.
Prepare the protein – Peel and devein the shrimp (if needed). Wash the shrimp and pat dry. Light set aside.
Over medium-high heat in a large wok or pan with 4 tablespoons oil, add the shrimp, and lightly season with salt and pepper. Then add the paprika. Cook on both sides until opaque. Drain the liquid in a bowl to use later, and resume cooking the shrimp until lightly brown (about 6 minutes) Add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Set the shrimp aside.
Prepare the pasta – Cook the pasta following the directions on the box (al dente).
Meanwhile, in the same wok add 2 tablespoon oil over medium heat. When heated, add the garlic, ginger, parsley, cilantro flakes, green onions, mushrooms, and tomato paste. Stir well. Sautee for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking. Then add the shrimp liquid.
Next, add the paprika, and Worcestershire sauce, stir to mix well, then add the bok choy, and grape tomatoes, and mix well to combine. Adjust the seasoning/salt if needed.
Then add the creamer and water. Allow it to come to a simmer, then add the pasta. Mix well. Allow to simmer on low heat for an additional 2-4 minutes. Serve warm with shaved parmesan cheese on top.

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Calories are estimated per serving.

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