Shrimp Sauté with Garam Masala and Spinach

1. Sweat Aromatics

In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the minced onion with a pinch of salt. Sauté until the onions are translucent and brown, this builds the base of flavor in this recipe. Then add the garlic, chili and ginger and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

2. Toast Spices

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Sprinkle the garam masala into the skillet and stir with the aromatics. Allow the spices to bloom in the oil for about 30 seconds, releasing their essential oils and magnifying their flavors.

3. Cook Shrimp

Add the shrimp to the skillet, with a pinch of salt, and sauté over high heat. Flip them when they start to turn pink on one side, about 50% cooked through.

4. Cook Vegetables

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir until the spinach wilts and mixes with the shrimp. The residual heat will help cook the spinach without it becoming overdone.

5. Finishing Ingredients

Drizzle the lime juice over the dish and toss in the chopped cilantro. Give everything a final stir to combine, ensuring the ingredients are well coated with the sauce and spices. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and more lime juice as needed.