This American variation of a Chinese stir-fry—combined with a loaf of crusty bread—is a meal in itself.

Serves 2 as a main course.

INGREDIENTS

  • active time: 15 min. start to finish: 15 min.2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • kernels from 2 ears corn
  • 1/2 lb. shelled large shrimp
  • 4 scallions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced

  • DIRECTIONS

    Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over moderately high heat, then sauté corn and shrimp, stirring, until shrimp are cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in scallions and basil and season with salt and pepper.