Shrimp and Basil Stir-Fry
from https://www.bonappetit.com/, August 2018

There’s so much more you can do with your farmers’ market basil than making pesto! Just toss a bunch in a hot pan as the finishing touch for charred shrimp that’s been flavored with a spicy, garlicky marinade, resulting in a fuss-free summertime dinner. This recipe is part of the Healthyish Farmers’ Market Challenge.

3 Fresno chiles, coarsely chopped [can substitute Jalapeño peppers]
6 garlic cloves, smashed
¼ cup sugar
2 Tbsp. fish sauce
4 Tbsp. vegetable or grapeseed oil, divided
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
1 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 cups basil leaves (about 1 bunch)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Blend chiles, garlic, sugar, fish sauce, 3 Tbsp. oil, and 1 tsp. salt in a blender until smooth. Transfer marinade to a medium bowl and add shrimp; toss to coat. Let sit 10 minutes.

Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Just when oil begins to smoke and working in batches if needed, add shrimp, leaving marinade behind, and cook, turning once, until lightly charred around the edges, about 1 minute per side. Remove pan from heat. Add basil and toss vigorously until basil is wilted.

Transfer shrimp mixture to a platter. Serve with lime wedges alongside.

4 servings